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Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 5, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated July 5, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this brief note to his mother from the Officer's Hospital in Nashville on July 5, 1864. He writes about the Fourth of July Celebration and personal affairs.
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia On July 5, 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia On July 5, 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
John H. Patterson wrote this long letter to his mother Julia on July 5th, 1864. In the letter he talks about daily life at the fort and how they celebrated the Fourth of July holiday. He says there are rumors that the Rebel troops will be in Baltimore soon.
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia In July 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John Patterson To His Mother Julia In July 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
John Patterson wrote this letter to his mother in July, 1864. In the letter he tells her about a recent trip he made to Washington and the sights he saw while there, including the "much talked of" East room of the White House. He also talks about daily operations at his current post.
Letter To Julia Patterson From Elizabeth Jones Dated July 1, 1864, Elizabeth Jones
Letter To Julia Patterson From Elizabeth Jones Dated July 1, 1864, Elizabeth Jones
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written to Julia Patterson from Elizabeth Jones on July 1, 1864 and confirms a visit Julia will be making to her.
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This brief letter was written by Robert Patterson to his mother Julia on June 28, 1864. In the letter he thanks her for sending money and says he is happy with the work he is doing in the Quarter Master's department at Fort Marshall.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On June 28, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia from the field hospital on June 28, 1864. He discusses his illness and the regiments involved in the Atlanta Campaign.
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, George Winters, Dated June 28, 1864, George Winters
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, George Winters, Dated June 28, 1864, George Winters
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written to Stephen Patterson by a friend, George Winters, on June 28, 1864. In the letter the friend describes his work and daily life.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 21, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 21, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
No abstract provided.
Letter To Stephen Patterson From J.J. Kirse, Dated June 13, 1864, J. J. Kirse
Letter To Stephen Patterson From J.J. Kirse, Dated June 13, 1864, J. J. Kirse
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written to Stephen Patterson by an acquaintance, J.J. Kirse, on June 13, 1864. In the letter the friend discusses recent social events and invites Stephen to visit.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 9, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 9, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Robert Patterson wrote this letter to his mother on June 9, 1864 from Georgia. In the letter he talks about the travels and battles of his troops, General Sherman's leadership, and shares his reflections on the life of a soldier.
Letter To Julia Patterson From An Unidentified Person Dated June 3, 1864, Unknown
Letter To Julia Patterson From An Unidentified Person Dated June 3, 1864, Unknown
Patterson Family Correspondence
This partial letter was sent to Julia Patterson from an unknown author dated June 3, 1864. In the letter the sender talks about daily life and the possible sale of the Patterson farm.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Written From The Field Of Battle On June 1, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Written From The Field Of Battle On June 1, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Letter from William Patterson to his mother Julia written from the field on June 1, 1864. In this brief note he reassures her that he is unhurt.
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated June 1, 1864, John H. Patterson
Letter From John H. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated June 1, 1864, John H. Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Letter from John H. Patterson to his mother Julia dated June 1, 1864. In the letter John describes a recent visit to Baltimore from his post at Fort Worthington. He describes various sights in Baltimore, including Federal Hill and Druid Hill Park.
Letter To Julia Patterson From M.L. (Mary) Johnston Dated May 25, 1864, Mary L. Johnston
Letter To Julia Patterson From M.L. (Mary) Johnston Dated May 25, 1864, Mary L. Johnston
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was sent to Julia Patterson from M.L. (Mary) Johnston dated May 25, 1864. In the letter, Mary discusses family and mutual acquaintances and invites Julia to visit.
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, Jim, Dated May 25, 1864, Jim
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, Jim, Dated May 25, 1864, Jim
Patterson Family Correspondence
Letter to Stephen Patterson from a friend, Jim, dated May 25, 1864. In the letter the friend talks about mutual acquaintances and his social life in New York.
Letter From William L. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, William Patterson
Letter From William L. Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on May 21, 1864 from Cassville, Georgia. He writes that they have won two battles and briefly discusses their operations.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 21, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written from Robert Patterson to his mother Julia on May 21, 1864. He describes the hardships of marching and the challenges of fighting in Georgia. He shares his thoughts on the local citizens' attitudes and responses to their presence, and says he believes the "days of the Southern confederacy are numbered."
Letter To Julia Patterson From Elizabeth Jones Dated May 20, 1864, Elizabeth Jones
Letter To Julia Patterson From Elizabeth Jones Dated May 20, 1864, Elizabeth Jones
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was sent to Julia Patterson from Elizabeth Jones dated May 20, 1864. In the letter, she writes of family news and daily life.
Letter To Julia Patterson From L.N. Jones Dated May 17, 1864, L. N. Jones
Letter To Julia Patterson From L.N. Jones Dated May 17, 1864, L. N. Jones
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was sent to Julia Patterson from L.N. Jones. The acquaintance talks about a visitor to the Patterson home.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 11, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 11, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
No abstract provided.
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, Harrison, On April 25, 1864, Harrison
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, Harrison, On April 25, 1864, Harrison
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written to Stephen Patterson by a friend, Harrison, on April 25, 1864. The friend is inquiring about vacancies in the Lowe's regiment.
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, Harrison, On April 22, 1864, Harrison
Letter To Stephen Patterson From A Friend, Harrison, On April 22, 1864, Harrison
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written to Stephen Patterson by a friend, Harrison, on April 22, 1864. The friend is talking about personal affairs and how Stephen can help him.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated March 18, 1864, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated March 18, 1864, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Robert Patterson wrote this brief letter to his mother Julia on March 18, 1864. In the letter Robert tells her of his arrival at Camp Dennison and says he will come home as soon as he can.
Letter To Stephen Patterson From George Jones From 1864, George Jones
Letter To Stephen Patterson From George Jones From 1864, George Jones
Patterson Family Correspondence
This brief note was sent to Stephen Patterson from George Jones. In the note he inquires about a mutual acquaintance.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 17, 1863, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 17, 1863, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written by Robert Patterson to his mother Julia on December 17, 1863. Robert writes from his brother William's quarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In the letter he refers to a recent battle and a long march and he asks her to send clothing and boots.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On December 6, 1863, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia On December 6, 1863, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
This letter was written by William Patterson to his mother Julia on December 8, 1863. In the letter, he talks about clothing needs and a recent battle in which his company was involved.
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 6, 1863, William Patterson
Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated December 6, 1863, William Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
William Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on December 6, 1863. In the brief letter he asks her to send clothing, and says he expects his company will soon be moved from Chattanooga to Knoxville, Tennessee.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia On November 8, 1863, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia On November 8, 1863, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Robert Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on November 8, 1863. The letter is a detailed description of a battle which took place in Lookout Valley, near Chattanooga, Tennessee. Also included with the letter is a hand-drawn map of the area in which the battle took place.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia On October 4, 1863, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia On October 4, 1863, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Robert Patterson wrote this letter to his mother Julia on October 4, 1863 from Bridgeport, Alabama. In the letter he talks about troop movements, railroad targets, and about a distant relative he has met, Goodlett Adams. He also talks about the welcome the troops received at the train depot in Xenia, Ohio as they passed through.
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Or Father Dated October, 1863, Robert Patterson
Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Or Father Dated October, 1863, Robert Patterson
Patterson Family Correspondence
Robert Patterson wrote this letter to one of his parents in October, 1863. In the letter he complains of a lack of administrative ability on the part of General Rosencrans which has led to great suffering of the troops. He also talks of personal affairs and needs.