Letter from Boyd in Shellmound Station, Tenn. to his Father and Mother, 1864 January 28
Discusses his health and weather conditions. Mentions the furlough of the 21st Kentucky and the good health
of his compatriots. Expresses his love to soldier.
Describes rail travel from Nashville to Chattanooga. Saw General Grant, Butterfield, and Smith. Misses family and expresses a desire to visit home. Mentions Sherman's Atlanta Campaign. Describes Shellmound, the Tennessee mountains, and his splendid
pen, purchased for $3.50. Asks family to remember
him and laments not receiving communication from them.
Dates
- 1864 January 28
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Extent
From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository