Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
Most of this series consists of letters written to the Comptroller requesting searches of records to confirm individuals' Revolutionary War service. Replies from the controller are not included. Additional material includes bills for repair and storage of small arms; memoranda concerning state military accounts; certificates of employment of clerks in the adjutant general's office; War of 1812 claim number 16,273; and a few claims for the state campaign badge awarded for military service during the Spanish-American War.
Creator:
Title:
New York State Comptroller's Office correspondence concerning claims for war service and bills for military expenses
Quantity:

0.4 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1813-1915
Bulk Dates:
(bulk 1850-1853)
Series Number:
B1182