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Ohio Wesleyan University

1863

Peace Democrats (Copperheads)

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Letter From John W. Marshall To Francis P. Porter, John W. Marshall Nov 1863

Letter From John W. Marshall To Francis P. Porter, John W. Marshall

Harvey Collection Letters

John Marshall asking Francis's help in finding a wife.

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Letter From W.G. Spencer To William Armstrong, W.G. Spencer Oct 1863

Letter From W.G. Spencer To William Armstrong, W.G. Spencer

Harvey Collection Letters

W.G. Spencer discusses wool prices, asks after Thomas, and wonders when the war will end.

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Letter From R.A. Mcgee To Jacob G. Armstrong, R.A. Mcgee Aug 1863

Letter From R.A. Mcgee To Jacob G. Armstrong, R.A. Mcgee

Harvey Collection Letters

Jacob's friend R.A. McGee provides details about his living situation in Monmouth and describes a violent run-in with a "Copperhead."

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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong Apr 1863

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Francis P. Porter, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas relays that Robert Hanson's eyesight is entirely lost and he has been discharged. He expresses dismay at the news from recent engagements in Charleston and Vicksburg.

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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong Mar 1863

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Jacob G. Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas remarks the recent arrival of several Union regiments in camp and his expectation to "see service before long." Thomas asks for a copy of Lassings History of the United States.

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Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Editor, Thomas S. Armstrong Mar 1863

Letter From Thomas S. Armstrong To Editor, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Newspapers

Thomas addresses the actions of the Peace Democrats and other Northerners he considers to be traitorous. He reflects on the nearby grave of Revolutionary War General Daniel Morgan and considers how the descendants of influential American statesmen are destroying the Republic.

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Letter From John W.A. Gillespie To Editor, John W.A. Gillespie Feb 1863

Letter From John W.A. Gillespie To Editor, John W.A. Gillespie

Harvey Collection Newspapers

The Army of the Tennessee is amassing outside of Vicksburg, "the rebel 'Gibraltar,'" and the 78th Regiment will be joining soon. John offers criticism of those Northerners who call for the Union army to stand down, arguing that to do so would disrespect the soldiers that have already died.

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