USNM Curators Annual Reports - Historical Collections, 1896 - 1897

When collecting relics, a well-documented history is immensely helpful in ascertaining their value and significance. Whether a collection of Chinese empire currencies dating to 770 B.C. or the garrison flag of Fort Moultrie, South Carolina lowered on December 26th, 1860. Please join us in transcribing this report of the Section of Historical Collections of the United States National Museum and learn of the details behind these and other objects in the collections.