Francis H. DeCastro papers, 1881-1925
Table of Contents
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- DeCastro, Francis H., d. 1925.
- Title
- Francis H. DeCastro papers
- Dates
- 1881-1925 (inclusive)18811925
- Quantity
- 1.65 cubic feet (3 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 04717
- Summary
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical Note
DeCastro was a Civil War veteran who later served in the cavalry at various posts in the West. He was a colonel in the 3rd Infantry Regiment of the Wyoming National Guard.
DeCastro later settled in Kimball, Nebraska and then in Douglas, Wyoming where he became an attorney and a judge. He died in 1925.
Content Description
Collection contains military orders, pension papers, miscellaneous documents, and artifacts including mainly medals and buttons relating to DeCastro's military career. There are also scattered letters and miscellaneous papers concerning his personal life and law practice.
Use of the Collection
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative Information
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.)
- Military bases, American -- West (U.S.)
Corporate Names
- Wyoming. National Guard.
Geographical Names
- United States -- Armed Forces.
- Wyoming -- Militia.
Form or Genre Terms
- Artifacts.
Occupations
- Lawyers -- West (U.S.)
- Soldiers -- West (U.S.)
