Guide to the John J. Pullen Collection, 1954-1983

Summary Information

Title:

John J. Pullen collection

Creator:

Pullen, John J.

ID:

M153

Date [inclusive]:

1954-1983

Extent:

8 Linear Feet

Repository:

George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, Bowdoin College Library, Brunswick, Maine 04011

Abstract:

Notes and manuscripts for Pullen's books "The Twentieth Maine", and "A Shower of Stars: The Medal of Honor, The 27th Maine", and other publications. Both manuscripts are accompanied by the photographs, maps, and sketches used as illustrations for the works.

Using These Materials

Access Restrictions:

No restrictions

Preferred Citation:

John J. Pullen Papers, George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, Bowdoin College Library, Brunswick, Maine.

Acknowledgment of non-neutrality:

The George J. Mitchell Department of Special Collections & Archives, like all archives and special collections libraries, is the creation of human beings who have collected, organized, and described things in ways that reflect personal, cultural, societal, and institutional biases. Although we strive to preserve and present collections in a manner that is respectful to the individuals and communities who create, use, and are represented in the collections, we acknowledge that our systems are neither neutral nor perfect. We encourage you to let us know if you encounter materials, descriptive language, or practices that are offensive or harmful, particularly those for which inadequate context or warning is offered. We are committed to modifying and updating our descriptive practices to use respectful and inclusive terminology and appreciate your help in this work. We look forward to supporting you in your research and learning together.

Biographical/Historical Note

John James Pullen was born in North Amity, Maine on December 17, 1913 and received an honorary degree from Bowdoin in 1958. He is the author of "The Twentieth Maine" (1957), "A Shower of Stars: The Medal of Honor and The 27th Maine" (1966), "Patriotism in America" (1971), "The Transcendental Boiled Dinner" (1972) and "Comic Relief: the Life and Laughter of Artemus Ward, 1834-1867" (1983).

Scope and Content

Notes and manuscripts for Pullen's books "The Twentieth Maine", and "A Shower of Stars: The Medal of Honor and The 27th Maine". Both manuscripts are accompanied by the photographs, maps, and sketches used as illustrations for the works. In addition, there is cover art for "The Twentieth Maine". There are also research files, typescript drafts and other materials related to the research, composition, and publication of "Comic Relief: the Life and Laughter of Artemus Ward, 1834-1867".

Collection Inventory

Access Restrictions:

No restrictions.

Series Description:

Materials used in the research, writing, and publication of John Pullen's book "The Twentieth Maine". Includes correspondence between John Pullen and various historians, historical societies, and individuals, and materials used in the research and writing of the novel. Research materials include excerpts of Civil War journals and other primary source items.

Sub-Series Description:

Correspondance between John Pullen and various historians, historical societies, and individuals regarding acquisition of materials for Pullen's book "The Twentieth Maine".

Arrangement:

Alphabetical

Acess Restrictions:

No restrictions

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D-G

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box 1 folder 4

J-L

box 1 folder 5

box 1 folder 6

N-O

box 1 folder 7

P-R

box 1 folder 8

Publishers

box 1 folder 9

S-T

box 1 folder 10

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Arrangement:

Alphabetical

Sub-Series Description:

Material used in by John Pullen in the research and writing of the novel "The Twentieth Maine". Includes excerpts of Civil War soldiers' journals and other primary source materials, printed sources and materials including maps and images, and other assorted research notes. Separated by subject.

Access Restrictions:

No restrictions

20th Maine

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44th New York

box 1 folder 13

83rd Pennsylvania

box 1 folder 14

Army Life

box 1 folder 15

Bibliography

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Bugle Calls and Infantry Tactics

box 1 folder 18

Chamberlain

box 1 folder 19

Confederate Stories

box 1 folder 20

Fredericksburg

box 1 folder 21

Gettysburg

box 1 folder 22

Illustrations, part 1

box 1 folder 23

Illustrations, part 2

box 1 folder 24

Letters of Livermore, Chamberlain, and Hutchins

box 1 folder 25

Log and Gazeteer

box 1 folder 26

Maine Bugle

box 1 folder 27

Medical

box 1 folder 28

Miscellaneous

box 1 folder 29

National Archives and Library of Congress

box 1 folder 30

Official Records, Laws, and Texts

box 1 folder 31

Page-Plum R. Record

box 1 folder 32

Petersburg and Appomatox

box 1 folder 33

Postmaster Correspondence

box 1 folder 34

Towns of Maine

box 1 folder 35

Various

box 1 folder 36

Wilderness

box 1 folder 37

Access Restrictions:

No restrictions

Sub-Series Description:

Materials used in the publishing of John Pullen's novel "The Twentieth Maine". Includes three manuscripts, and several illustrations, including cover art and original printing blocks.

Working Manuscript

box 1 folder 38

Manuscript of "The Twentieth Maine" from which the Pritner Set the Type, n.d.

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Manuscript of "The Twentieth Maine" from which the Pritner Set the Type, n.d.

box 1 folder 40

Manuscript of "The Twentieth Maine" from which the Pritner Set the Type, n.d.

box 1 folder 41

Manuscript of "The Twentieth Maine", Heavily Annotated, n.d.

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Manuscript of "The Twentieth Maine", Heavily Annotated, n.d.

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Manuscript of "The Twentieth Maine", Heavily Annotated, n.d.

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Cover art for "The Twentieth Maine"

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Line drawings from "The Twentieth Maine"

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Photographs from "The Twentieth Maine"

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Photographs from "The Twentieth Maine"

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Maps from "The Twentieth Maine"

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Maps and photographs from "The Twentieth Maine"

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Negative prints from the manuscript material

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Printing blocks used for "The Twentieth Maine"

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Printing blocks used for "The Twentieth Maine"

box 9

Miscelaneous Materials for "The Twentieth Maine

box 2 folder 3

Acess Restrictions:

No restrictions.

Series Description:

Correspondence between John J. Pullen and various individuals and organizations regarding research for the novel "A Shower of Stars", as well as advertisements, publications, book reviews, and speaking engagements. Correspondance includes transcripts of Civil War diaries and letters, as well as photographs of the medals. Early drafts and annotated manuscripts of the novel "A Shower of Stars"

Access Restrictions:

No restrictions

Arrangement:

Alphabetical

Sub-Series Description:

Correspondence between John J. Pullen and various individuals and organizations regarding research for the novel "A Shower of Stars", as well as advertisements, publications, book reviews, and speaking engagements. Includes corespondence with Department of Defense, National Archives, The British Museum, medal collectors, and descendents of 27th Maine veterans. Correspondance includes transcripts of Civil War diaries and letters, as well as photographs of the medals taken specifically for the publication.

box 2 folder 4

Acknowledgements

box 2 folder 5

Advertising

box 2 folder 6

Appendix

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