Sylvester Day Papers

Collection

Identifier: MS C 123

Abstract

Sylvester Day joined the U.S. Army as a Garrison Surgeon's mate in 1807 and was at Fort Michilimackinac when it was captured in 1812.

Dates

Creation: 1813-1820

Extent

0.21 Linear Feet (1 box)

Creator

Day, Sylvester, d. 1851 (Person)

Physical Location

Materials stored onsite. History of Medicine Division. National Library of Medicine

Language of Materials

Collection materials primarily in English

Restrictions

Collection is not restricted. Contact the Reference Staff for information regarding access.

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Historical Note

Sylvester Day joined the U.S. Army as a Garrison Surgeon's mate in 1807 and was at Fort Michilimackinac when it was captured in 1812. He graduated from Dartmouth School of Medicine in 1813, the same year he was appointed Surgeon with the 4th Infantry. He later served with the 5th Infantry. Day was appointed Post Surgeon in 1820 and Assistant Surgeon in 1821.

Collection Summary

Contains documents and certificates with signatures of John Armstrong, John C. Calhoun, William H. Crawford, James Madison, James Monroe, Ebenezer Adams, Cyrus Perkins, Nathan Smith, and John Wheelock. Includes letters from Francis LeBarron and William Hull.