"Research on Charles M. Heiskell, a Hero of the Alamo"
This collection contains a packet of research from Roy H. Heiskell and a newspaper article, both regarding information on his ancestor, Charles M. Heiskell, who participated at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. The documents include letters, a typescript of his research records, and a copy of a newspaper story pertaining to Charles M. Heiskell. Charles M. Heiskell's heirs were awarded grants of land as a result of his heroic death at the Alamo.
Dates
- 1977
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Abstract
This collection contains a packet of research from Roy H. Heiskell and a newspaper article, both regarding information on his ancestor, Charles M. Heiskell, who participated at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836.
Biographical/Historical Note
Charles M. Heiskell, of Union County, Tenn., was born in 1813 to George and Elizabeth Fy Heiskell. He died March 6, 1836 during the Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution.
Arrangement
This collection is in one folder.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository