from Lafayette, Georgia, 1863 September 16
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 3
Identifier: III
Freeman writes that his regiment left Chattanooga two weeks ago when the Yankees shelled the town and killed a woman and child. He expects a fight to break out again soon. He tells her he is ready to reunite with his daughter Alja in heaven, and mentions for her to get money from Mrs. Skely. “Tell John Stokes to take good care of you and little Joe.”
Dates
- 1863 September 16
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet (4 folders)
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository