Macomb family papers, 1806-1892 (bulk 1813-1821)
0.2 linear feet
A prominent merchant family in Detroit. Before moving to Detroit, the family resided in Albany, New York. Alexander Macomb (1782-1841) was a celebrated Commanding General of the U.S. Army. He served as a field commander at the Battle of Plattsburgh during the War of 1812.The collection contains information pertaining to Major General Alexander Macomb’s personal life and military career. This includes biographical information, Macomb’s Last Will and Testament, poetry, and letters pertaining to military promotions and public events. The collection also contains family letters authored by or addressed to Macomb’s first wife Catherine, his sister Jane Macomb, daughter Jane Octavia (Macomb) Miller, and later generations of the family. The majority of these family letters focus on genealogy and everyday life events.