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Letter from George at camp at Gallatin, Tenn., to his sister Eliza, 1863 January 26

 File — Folder: 3, item: 1
Identifier: II

George corrects the misconception that had been engaged in a battle at Gallatin, as newspapers had reported. Instead he says that Perryville had been the latest battle in which he had witnessed action. He discusses his brother Nelson's death and informs his family of rumors that more Indian wars are expected in Minnesota.

Dates

  • 1863 January 26

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet

Repository Details

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

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