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Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall's corps has endured "a great deal of firing" on its march to Atlanta and he describes some of the violence he has seen. The campaign's progress is slow, but the number of surrendering and deserting Confederate soldiers he has witnessed give Marshall the impression that the Union will be successful in capturing Atlanta, precipitating the end of the war. He advises against his brother George applying for a clerkship with the army or otherwise leaving his current position. In spite of the sacrifice, Marshall argues that "the war has lasted too long to be abandoned." He intends to fulfill …
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
At a moment's rest in the current campaign, Marshall takes stock of the fighting he has taken part in over the past two weeks.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Mother-In-Law, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Mother-In-Law, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall writes a note of gratitude to his mother-in-law the evening before entering battle. He informs her of his love for Anne and the terms of his will should he not survive.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Back from a leave of absence, Marshall suggests that a mutual acquaintance apply for a Clerk position with the Brigade Commissary, Captain Joshua Van Briner. Marshall has been offered and turned down an appointment to be Acting Judge Advocate on General Jefferson C. Davis's staff, a position that would remove him from the regiment and the line of promotion. He predicts his corps will be attacking nearby Confederate forces soon.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Following the Army of the Cumberland's defeat at the First Battle of Dalton, Marshall advocates for urgency in the Union army's advance. He hopes that the capture of a major city will expedite the war's end and disallow any concession to the establishment of a Confederate nation. He expresses his belief that slavery is an intolerable institution, but that its demise will not be a benefit to freedmen. Marshall and Anne will get involved in a protracted business conflict between his father and an estranged partner. Marshall dismisses the suggestion that he should be promoted and offers that he is …
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall intends to apply experience as his regiment's Judge Advocate to his law practice when he is discharged. A railroad line through the camp has brought supplies and new recruits. Desertions from nearby Confederate forces are on the rise.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall's regiment engaged in a skirmish with the rear guard of the Confederate forces during the Battle of Missionary Ridge. Before returning to the Chattanooga region, his regiment received a warm welcome in Morgantown, Tennessee. Marshall addresses a concern shared with him by his wife Anne that the Clason family believes she is encouraging him to stay in the army. He writes, "If I should be killed put the blame on me, if you think blame is anywhere." Now situated in the company's permanent camp, Marshall decides against taking leave of absence to visit family with so few officers remaining …
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall responds to his father's request that he resign from military service with a description of his sense of duty and animosity for the Confederacy. The current camp at Chattanooga is fortifying its position against assault from enemy forces situated around nearby Lookout Mountain. Marshall expresses his support for the Union cause and believes the movements for peace among Northerners to be "cowardly, traitorous, and cruel." He discloses his financial status and asks after his father's business affairs.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall provides an account of how his Division reinforced General George H. Thomas's position during the Battle of Chickamauga. His regiment is to receive commendation for its action during the conflict. Marshall rejoices at Clement Vallandigham's defeat in the Ohio gubernatorial election.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall fought in the Battle of Chickamauga that claimed 96 men from his regiment. While he is unharmed, he relays that the soldiers are "living hard," and have been sleeping in the open for 3 weeks.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
On the 2nd Brigade's trailing march to Shelbyville, Marshall bears witness to "the desolating footsteps of war." As his division fortifies the town for an extended occupation, Marshall relays that he believes the war's end is taking shape. He weighs his business affairs, including selling land in Illinois. Marshall was involved in a skirmish at Triune but was unhurt.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Mother-In-Law, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Mother-In-Law, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall mentions a "gun matter" and his role in recovering General William R. Terrill's sword from the Battle of Perryville. He inquires about a sword he had requested his mother-in-law send to him. A possible promotion to the staff of General Charles Smith Hamilton is dashed with the General's resignation.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Mother-In-Law, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Mother-In-Law, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Upon being paid, Marshall provides instructions to his mother as to how he wants the money he is sending home distributed. He reiterates his newfound support for the continuation of the war and his belief that "the institution of slavery is a great evil and a grievous curse." He recounts the recent success of the 40th Ohio Volunteer Infantry in repelling a Confederate attack.
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
Letter From Marshall Blair Clason To His Father, Marshall Blair Clason
The Letters of Marshall Clason
Marshall expresses gratitude for the chest of the supplies his father sent. Marshall offers his opinion on the Union incorporating regiments comprised of freed slaves. A skirmish takes place and he is preparing for engagement with enemy forces the following morning.