Isaac Dutton Barnard (March 22, 1791 – February 28, 1834) was a prominent American military officer, lawyer, and politician from Pennsylvania. During his career, he served as a U.S. Senator and was active in the public life of his time.
Isaac Dutton Barnard Document Collection
The Chester County History Center (CCHC) houses an extensive collection of documents related to Barnard’s life and work. This collection, known as the Isaac Dutton Barnard Papers, spans the years 1770 through 1838, with the greatest amount of material dating from 1816-1838. The collection includes.
- Correspondence: letters received by Barnard from various individuals, including political figures, colleagues, and friends.
- Legal papers: materials related to his law practice, such as court cases, contracts, and other legal papers.
- Organizational papers: papers related to his involvement in various organizations, including the Republican Artillery and activities to commemorate the Battle of Paoli.
- Speeches and speeches: texts of his public speeches and notes on them.
- Probate records: materials related to the administration of his estate after his death.
For researchers interested in Pennsylvania history, early nineteenth-century politics, and Barnard’s personality, this collection is of significant value. More information can be found on the official CCHC website.
Additional archival materials
In addition to the collection at CCHC, Barnard-related documents are held at other institutions.
- Library of Congress: this contains his papers covering the years 1812 through 1831.
- University of Pennsylvania: contains Barnard’s letters to Isaac Wayne, dating from 1824-1830.
- University of Maryland: holds a collection of letters from Reuben Gilder to Barnard, written between 1815 and 1822, discussing military events and political issues of the time.
These materials provide a fuller understanding of the life and work of Isaac Dutton Barnard and his contributions to the military and political history of the United States.