Skip to main content

United States -- Politics and government -- 1857-1861

 Subject
Subject Source: Unspecified ingested source

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

James Buchanan amnesty proclamation

 Collection — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197233292827]
Identifier: Vault MSS 721
Scope and Contents

Printed proclamation dated 6 April 1858. The document offers free and full pardon to all participants in the "Utah Rebellion" who submit themselves to the authority of the federal government.

Dates: 1858 April 6
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / James Buchanan amnesty proclamation

In discussion of the Walker-Paulding Resolutions

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197232489119]
Identifier: MSS 887
Scope and Contents

Handwritten copy of a speech delivered "In Senate" on 1 Feb. 1858 as part of a discussion relating to the "Walker-Paulding Resolutions in relation to Nicaragua." Britton talks about the relationship of the United States to Nicaragua. The issue appears to relate to William Walker's attempt to seize Nicaragua.

Dates: 1858
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / In discussion of the Walker-Paulding Resolutions

Staff Interface | Send Feedback or Report a Problem

More information about Special Collections including Hours, Services, Events, and Exhibits can be found at lib.byu.edu/special-collections.

The BYU Library aims to create descriptions of collections that are inclusive and support an “environment of belonging.” If you encounter language in finding aids, catalog records, or collection descriptions that you find offensive or believe to be harmful, we invite your feedback at librarydescription@byu.edu.