HISTORICAL ARCHIVE
Photos & Historical Images
A visual record of Major Jonathan Ladd, his gold pocket watch, and the key figures and events of his remarkable Civil War story.
The Gold Pocket Watch
Major Jonathan Ladd's gold pocket watch — front and back views. Presented by Colonel Elisha Strong Kellogg and the officers of the 2nd Connecticut Volunteer Artillery, March 1864.
Historical Images
LINCOLN'S DEATHBED
Historical engraving depicting the scene at the Peterson House, April 15, 1865. Major Ladd was present at 7:22 am.
THE GOLD POCKET WATCH
The 20-size Gold Pocket Watch presented to Ladd by Colonel Kellogg in March 1864. Watch the full story on Fox Nation.
BALTIMORE RIOT — APRIL 19, 1861
Cousin Luther Crawford Ladd — first casualty of the Civil War — died at the Baltimore Riot.
Honorable Discharge Document
Jonathan Ladd's Honorable Discharge document, signed by President Andrew Johnson.
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