General Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; including book order details; house sale details; a letter from A.C. Macdonell; and one from a South African friend, [L.P. Hess]. Handwritten; Typewritten.
Macdonell , A. Cameron , SirGeneral Correspondence – Personal letters, re: various matters; many concern the sending of troop overseas for the War, and the possibility of Steele being named Commander; includes letters from H.J. Woodside who wrote to authorities to tell them that Steele was two years younger than his official age, hoping this might help in having Sam appointed; includes letters from family and friends. Handwritten; Typewritten.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Major-General, Commanding the 2nd Canadian Division; includes correspondence regarding troop training and discipline, horse acquisition, appointments requested, and other general matters. Handwritten; typewritten
Carson, J.W., Sir Major GeneralLetter regarding military uniforms and tartans from The Edinburgh Clan Tartan Warehouse. Typewritten
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military Districts #13 and [acting] commander of #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; letters from Senator [Leverett George DeVeber]; F.W. Borden; R.J. Gwynne; and E.F. Mackie; includes discussion about how the military district command will be assigned. Handwritten, typewritten
Borden, F.W. (Frederick William), Sir, 1847-1917Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military Districts #13 and [acting] commander of #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters from the Department of Militia and Defence, and individuals R. Baden-Powell, W. Clarke, etc.; re: SAC service record, concerns about Calgary regiment, etc. Handwritten, typewritten
Baden-Powell, RobertCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military Districts #13 and [acting] commander of #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters from the Port Arthur Canadian Club and a former South African colleague. Handwritten, typewritten
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters regarding a Challenge Cup for the best shooting Regiment, and a letter from R.J. Gwynne regarding camp grounds, etc. Note: One map removed (Map of Manitoba) and placed in map box. Handwritten, typewritten
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a hand-written personal history account, and a typewritten letter to Rogers regarding a shooting competition.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter from the Prime Minister’s Office; from Percy Lake and Frank Ford, re: various matters, including questions about who will command the new squadron of Strathcona Horse when raised. Handwritten, typewritten
Lake, Percy Henry Noel, GeneralCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters from the Department of Militia and Defence, and a letter of greetings from Sir [Geoffrey] Barton.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a hand-written letter from [MD.D.] at the Department of Militia and Defence.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter of invitation from D.H. McMillan of Government House, Winnipeg.
McMillan, Daniel HunterCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; a letter from Percy Lake, re: thanking SBS and congratulating him on the recent camp.
Lake, Percy Henry Noel, GeneralCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; a hand-written letter marked personal from Charles Winter, Department of Militia and Defence.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a hand-written letter from R.J. Gwynne, Department of Militia and Defence.
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter to and from Percy Lake, re: Steele’s brevet rank inquiry, and a letter from Edwin McCormick, formerly of Lord Strathcona’s Horse.
Lake, Percy Henry Noel, GeneralCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes letters from J. Lyons Biggar, Department of Militia and Defence, and H. Acheson.
Biggar, J.L. , MajorCorrespondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter regarding dividing the Saskatchewan battalion, and a hand-written letter concerning recruits, etc.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence, incoming and outgoing, sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter from SBS written to the Minister of Militia with suggestions on points submitted for discussion; instructions regarding the Opening of Parliament; requests for assistance, etc.
Birdwood, W.R.Memoranda and correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter from SBS to Sam Hughes, Minister of Militia and Defence, and other correspondence.
Birdwood, W.R.Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter from Minister Sam Hughes; correspondence related to the establishment of Lord Strathcona’s Horse as a Permanent Force; and requests for information about Lt-Colonel Rattray, etc. Handwritten; typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes correspondence from Sam Hughes; House of Commons member George Fowler; R.J. Gwynne; and others on a variety of matters; the rumour that Steele is to be replace by Gwynne is addressed in a letter from [F.L. Lessard] of the Department of Militia and Defence.
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes correspondence with Sam Hughes, R. Rogers, and a letter regarding the upcoming visit to Winnipeg of the Governor General of Canada.
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes several letters from R.J. Gwynne, reporting on camps and commenting on criticisms that he is exceeding his duties; and a letter from [Aitkin] regarding military squadrons, etc.
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes hand-written correspondence from R.J. Gwynne; correspondence from to and from Sam Hughes, and others, re: military ranks, cadet camp, etc.
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes correspondence from Lord Strathcona, re: his honorary appointment with Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians; and letters about the proper way to wear cords on military uniforms.
Smith, Donald Alexander, Lord Strathcona, 1820-1914Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; one type-written letter from R.J. Gwynne, re: cadets and other general matters.
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes hand-written correspondence from R.J. Gwynne; a letter from R. Rogers, the Governor General’s office, and others, re: various matters including invitations, thanks, and a question of dissatisfaction among the Regina Officers, etc.
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes correspondence to and from R.J. Gwynne, with SBS questioning reports that Gwynne has stated his dissatisfaction with Steele’s treatment of Saskatchewan officers; letters around the appointment of another officer for the District 10, and changing the District to a Division; the resignation of the Commander of The Cameron Highlanders; and other matters. There is a letter sent to SBS from O.W. Evans who served under Steele with the N.W.M.P. in the Yukon. Handwritten; typewritten
Gwynne, R.J.Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; correspondence regarding the Saskatchewan Armoury, a proposed silver cup presentation to the best City Regiment of Infantry attending camp, and a letter from D. McLean, Lt.-Col., Winnipeg Light Infantry 106th Regiment. Handwritten; typewritten
Rogers, Robert, Hon., 1864-1935Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; correspondence with Colonel Sam Hughes and his office, re: various matters; etc. Handwritten; typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; includes a letter from Government House, Ottawa and a letter from Sam Hughes.
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; private correspondence with Colonel Sam Hughes office regarding Officers for the Manoeuvres in Europe.
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; correspondence regarding cadet camp; a letter from Colonel Sam Hughes stating that Manitoba and Saskatchewan will be made separate Divisions; and a letter from SBS to Hughes recommending Captain John Godson for a position of District Staff Adjutant, Military District No. 11. Handwritten; typewritten
Hughes, Sam, Sir, 1853-1921Correspondence sent to SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; correspondence regarding Sewell Camp; letters from the Minister’s office, and letter of thanks from a chapter of the I.O.D.E., etc. Handwritten; typewritten
Steele, Samuel B. (Samuel Benfield), 1848-1919Correspondence sent to and from SBS in his capacity as Colonel in Command of Military District #10, based at the Fort Osborne Barracks in Winnipeg; many confidential letters to and from Robert Rogers and others, and includes recommendations for filling Canadian Military positions and appointments; Steele’s letter of thanks to J.D. Hazen, M.P. for his assistance in securing Steele’s promotion to Major-General; and other general matters. Handwritten; typewritten
French, George ArthurAttached letter to SBS from Percy Lake, re: SBS's command of M.D. at Winnipeg, dated February 19, 1909
Lake, Percy Henry Noel, General