DeGrasse-Howard Papers, 1776-1976 » I. DeGrasse family papers and related materials, 1776–1968  

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This series consists of materials relating to the DeGrasse family, including a document, 31 [September] 1776, approving provisions used by officers on board the L'Intrepide, signed by Le Comte de Grasse; and John Van Surley DeGrasse's account book, 1852-1855, relating to his work as a doctor in Boston and listing the names of his patients, medical services provided, and charges assessed. This series also contains materials relating to John DeGrasse's enrollment in the 35th Regiment of the North Carolina Colored Infantry during the Civil War, including a letter, 9 May 1863, from Lt. Col. James C. Beecher to DeGrasse about when he was to report for duty, as well as a photocopy of his muster roll. This series includes a typescript of a letter, 23 December 1866, from Charles Sumner to John DeGrasse and autobiographical statements written by John DeGrasse and his brother Isaiah DeGrasse. This series also contains newspaper clippings, copies of vital records, and photocopies of secondary sources about the DeGrasse family and their spouses.