SONS OF LIBERTY. Lincoln Camp No. 2. Minute book. MANUSCRIPT ledger. 175 pages written in period ink. pp. 173. Original sheep, worn. Folio.

Washington, DC, 1866-70.

LEOPOLD KARPELES AND THE SONS OF LIBERTY.

Minutes book covering the entire existence of a patriotic organization established in the nation’s capitol.

The volume records the names of members, activities and finances connected with Lincoln Camp No. 2, Sons of Liberty, Washington, DC. The organization was established March 21, 1866 and disbanded November 5, 1870.

Prague born Leopold Karpeles (1838-1909) Medal of Honor recipient and inductee into American Jewish Hall of Fame, joined within a week after the organization was established. He remained a member until it was disbanded. Karpeles is noted in this volume a number of times.

Karpeles immigrated to Texas early in life and made a living protecting convoys on the American frontier. An Abolitionist, he is known to have assisted the Underground Railroad before the outbreak of the war in 1861. Karpeles subsequently volunteered for the Union Army, carrying the battle standard for the 46th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment during an expedition During the Battle of the Wilderness, his unit suffered extensive casualties as the Union's right flank collapsed. Karpeles stood his ground, rallying a number of other men to hold their positions during the fight until sundown. Karpeles was wounded later in the campaign, forcing his retirement from the military. He spent the rest of his life in Washington, D.C. first in business and later working for the United States Department of the Treasury living in Washington until his death.

Bank of England

Bank of England

Bank of England

Bank of England

Stockton, California. $20 1875. Fr. 434. First NB. Charter #2412.

Stockton, California. $20 1875. Fr. 434. First NB. Charter #2412.

FINE COSWAY BINDING WITH MINIATURES OF NAPOLEON I and JEAN BAPTISTE

FINE COSWAY BINDING WITH MINIATURES OF NAPOLEON I and JEAN BAPTISTE

CLEMENCEAU Georges (1841-1929) - Lot 238

CLEMENCEAU Georges (1841-1929) - Lot 238

(g) George III (1760-1820)

(g) George III (1760-1820)

A FRENCH GILT BRASS ANGLAISE RICHE CASED CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH PUSH-BUTTON REPEAT

A FRENCH GILT BRASS ANGLAISE RICHE CASED CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH PUSH-BUTTON REPEAT

ROLEX

ROLEX

The India General Service Medal awarded to Lieutenant-Colonel D

The India General Service Medal awarded to Lieutenant-Colonel D

A FRENCH GILT GORGE CASED REPEATING ALARM CARRIAGE CLOCK

A FRENCH GILT GORGE CASED REPEATING ALARM CARRIAGE CLOCK

Fr. 351. 1891 $1 Treasury Note. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ. D.N.

Fr. 351. 1891 $1 Treasury Note. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ. D.N.

A selection of Royal Navy autograph letters circa 1800-1805, including

A selection of Royal Navy autograph letters circa 1800-1805, including

Fr. 351. $1 1891 Treasury or Coin note. Good VF.

Fr. 351. $1 1891 Treasury or Coin note. Good VF.

2 Antique Scrappy 19th Century Quilts

2 Antique Scrappy 19th Century Quilts

A mint and used selection of United States 1861-1910 (c.), including 1890 90c. fresh mint, 1895 $2 mint, Guam 1899 1c., 2c., 3c. and 4c. used together on

A mint and used selection of United States 1861-1910 (c.), including 1890 90c. fresh mint, 1895 $2 mint, Guam 1899 1c., 2c., 3c. and 4c. used together on

USA - 9x Premium Stock & Bond Certificates - 1961-1980 (Lot of 9)

USA - 9x Premium Stock & Bond Certificates - 1961-1980 (Lot of 9)

Bank of Western India

Bank of Western India

Fr. 321. 1891 $20 Silver Certificate. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 55.

Fr. 321. 1891 $20 Silver Certificate. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 55.

Fr. 18. 1869 $1 Legal Tender Note. PMG About Uncirculated 50. A.U.

Fr. 18. 1869 $1 Legal Tender Note. PMG About Uncirculated 50. A.U.

12 pieces., United States Paper Currency - Fractional Currency, including: First Issue, Postage Currency. Five Cents Jefferson Stamp....

12 pieces., United States Paper Currency - Fractional Currency, including: First Issue, Postage Currency. Five Cents Jefferson Stamp....

Fr. 223. 1891 $1 Silver Certificate. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58.

Fr. 223. 1891 $1 Silver Certificate. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58.

Cape of Good Hope1883 (1 May) Complete "Report Upon the Adhesive Stamps Used at the Cape of Good Hope" produce

Cape of Good Hope1883 (1 May) Complete "Report Upon the Adhesive Stamps Used at the Cape of Good Hope" produce

Cut Sheet of (4) Fr. 223. 1891 $1 Silver Certificates. PMG Choice

Cut Sheet of (4) Fr. 223. 1891 $1 Silver Certificates. PMG Choice

Fr. 16. $1 1862 Legal Tender. PMG Choice Very Fine 35. 2187909-009.

Fr. 16. $1 1862 Legal Tender. PMG Choice Very Fine 35. 2187909-009.