Scope and Contents Note From the Collection: H. L. Bedford's memoir provides a detailed account of the placement and use of Confederate artillery at Fort Donelson. The memoir is 20 handwritten pages and is addressed to the "Confederate Relief and Historical Association, Memphis, Tenn."Bedford’s document contradicts reports by Union commanders published in formal reports. Bedford explains why Confederates chose Fort Donelson's location, names commanders, infantry regiments, and artillery batteries at Donelson, describes the...