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Letter from Ruebn at Fort Snelling to his daughter and son-in-law, 1861 October 7

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 1, item: 1
Identifier: I

Ruebn writes to daughter and son-in-law about day-to-day life in camp. He explains that he is a drummer in his regiment. He believes that his regiment will soon be sent west to face Indians while his son, George, and his regiment will soon be engaged with the Confederate army.

Dates

  • 1861 October 7

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (5 folders)

Repository Details

Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository

Contact:
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville TN 37996 USA
865-974-4480