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Archives Center, National Museum of American History
Guide to the Ramsay Family Papers
Summary
- Collection ID:
- NMAH.AC.0088
- Creators:
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Ramsay, William, 1716-1785 (minister)
- Dates:
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1749-1924; 1957
- Languages:
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English.
- Physical Description:
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3.5 Cubic feet9 boxes, 1 oversize folder
- Repository:
An extensive range of papers relating to the Ramsay family of Alexandria, Virginia.
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
Original and photocopied correspondence, financial papers, newspaper clippings, legal documents, insurance policies, account book, genealogical notes, wills, lottery tickets, and currency, documenting the activities of the Ramsay family of Alexandria, Virginia and related families.
Arrangement
Arrangement
The collection is arranged topically.
Biographical / Historical
Biographical / Historical
William Ramsay (1716-1785), a Scottish Presbyterian minister, played a major role in the establishment of Alexandria, Virginia and later served as its mayor. His son, Dennis, also served as mayor and as a colonel in the Continental Army. Other descendants remained active in local affairs.
Administration
Author
NMAH Staff
Alternate Form Available
Microfilm copy of the account book available on microfilm in National Museum of American History Library. See #935n (2 reels).
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Collection donated by Heirs of William and Dennis Ramsay,1962, April 30.
Processing Information
Collection processed by NMAH Staff, undated
Custodial History
Transferred to the Archives Center from the Division of Domestic Life (now the Division of Home and Community Life) on February 3, 1984.
Digital Content
More …Using the Collection
Preferred Citation
Ramsay Family Papers, 1749-1924, 1957, Archives Center, National Museum of American History.
Conditions Governing Access
Collection is open for research.
Conditions Governing Use
Collection items available for reproduction, but the Archives Center makes no guarantees concerning copyright restrictions. Other intellectual property rights may apply. Archives Center cost-recovery and use fees may apply when requesting reproductions.
Keywords
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