Confederate Soldier's Letter about Missionary Ridge
In a December 3, 1863 letter to "My Dear Sister Kate," James, a Confederate soldier, describes his situation after participating in the Battle of Missionary Ridge in Chattanooga during the Civil War.
Dates
- 1863 December 3
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Extent
0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)
Abstract
In a December 3, 1863 letter to "My Dear Sister Kate," James, a Confederate soldier, describes his situation after participating in the Battle of Missionary Ridge in Chattanooga during the Civil War.
Biographical/Historical Note
No biographical information is known about the sender or recipient. The Battle of Missionary Ridge took place on November 25, 1863, in Chattanooga, Tenn., and resulted in a Confederate loss and withdrawal from the town.
Arrangement
Collection consists of a single folder.
Acquisition Note
Collection was purchased by Special Collections in October 2003.
Repository Details
Part of the Betsey B. Creekmore Special Collections and University Archives, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Repository