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Robert A. Ragan Letters

 Collection
Identifier: MS-0743
Abstract

This collection houses eight letters from Robert A. Ragan to his wife, Emeline (Neass) Ragan, during the Civil War. In them, Ragan discusses battles and skirmishes with the Rebels, describes the landscapes he has seen, relates his frustration with army life, mentions his fear of moving too far South, and comments on his unit's movements and actions. He also expresses his concern for his family and friends in Tennessee and asks Emeline to write to him and to pray for him in the struggle.

Dates: 1863 October 13-1864 April 11

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  • Subject: Knoxville (Tenn.) X
  • Subject: Knoxville (Tenn.) -- History -- Siege, 1863. X
  • Subject: Tennessee -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865. X
  • Subject: United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Religious aspects. X