William H. Green Letter
This collection consists of a letter written by William H. Green, of the 45th New York Regiment, Company F, to his brother, from Nashville, Tenn. on February 16, 1865. In the letter, Green writes of a large battle that took place between the Rebel General Hood and the Union General Thomas. He also states that the city is under martial law and mentions that most of the men in his regiment are either killed or in prison.
Dates
- 1865 February 16
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet
Abstract
This letter by William H. Green, of the 45th New York Regiment, Company F, was written to his brother, from Nashville, Tenn. on February 16, 1865. In the letter, Green writes of a large battle that took place between the Rebel General Hood and the Union General Thomas. He also states that the city is under martial law.
Biographical/Historical Note
William H. Green served in the 45th New York Regiment, Company F, 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