James C. Patterson Letter
This collection consists of a letter written by Civil War surgeon James C. Patterson on June 9, 1863, in Nashville, Tenn. In the letter, Patterson discusses almost being captured near Murfreesboro Pike, and also talks about not having been paid since he joined the war.
Dates
- 1863 June 9
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet
Abstract
This collection consists of a letter written by Civil War surgeon James C. Patterson on June 9, 1863, in Nashville, Tenn. In the letter, Patterson discusses almost being captured near Murfreesboro Pike, and also talks about not having been paid since he joined the war.
Biographical/Historical Note
James C. Patterson served as an assistant surgeon for the 85th Illinois Volunteers during the Civil War.
Arrangement
This collection consists of one folder.
Acquisition Note
Purchased by Special Collections, June 8, 2006
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository