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

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas encourages Francis in her "struggling with the world."

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

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

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

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas reports the outlook for his release is not favorable.

Letter From George W. Porter To Francis P. Porter, George W. Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

George lays out challenges to his being promoted to a field officer in the 78th OVI and speaks of the foods available to the camp in Vicksburg.

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

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas indicates that prison life is tolerable, but he fears the potential for a disease outbreak.

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

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas requests additional food and books for his studies.

Letter From John Porter To Jacob G. Armstrong, John Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

John Porter offers his sympathies for Jacob's misfortunes in Lawrence, speaks of farming in Clinton, and asks about correspondence with Thomas in prison.

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.

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

Harvey Collection Letters

Nearly 5 months into his prison term, Thomas expresses doubt about leaving soon. He relays details about Jacob's wounds from fighting Quantrell's raiders in Lawrence, Kansas.

Letter From Unknown To Frank L. Lemont, November 1, 1863, Unknown

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Unknown to Frank L. Lemont. In it the writer (most likely one of Frank's sisters) relates the state of the family and laments any wrongdoings or insults given in the previous letter.

Taken from the Paul W. Bean Collection, Box no. 277, f.8

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

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas requests additional food and cooking supplies and mentions subject areas he is studying with fellow prisoners.

Letter From George W. Porter To Jacob G. Armstrong, George W. Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

George offers his thoughts on Jacob's ill-fated "Kansas expedition" and discusses the recent skirmishes he participated in near Canton, Mississippi.

Letter From George W. Porter To Francis P. Porter, George W. Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

George responds to Francis's updates from Clinton and her teaching position.

Letter From Achsah Lemont To Frank L. Lemont, October 25, 1863, Achsah Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Achsah Lemont to her brother Frank L. Lemont, October 25, 1863. In it she tells Frank that she is now boarding with a Mr. and Mrs. Russel taking care of their children during their absence and that due to this she feels rather overwhelmed, almost to the point of insanity. Achsah also speaks of the state of the family and other goings on at home. In a rather personal moment she also inquires of his intentions towards Electa Lemont and she warns him to not pursue such intentions, and in regards to her own love life she provided …

Letter From George W. Porter To Francis P. Porter, George W. Porter

Harvey Collection Letters

George describes a skirmish that took place over 5 days, including a "narrow escape" from an ambush.

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 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.

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

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas asks Jacob to send the items he requested last month.

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

Harvey Collection Letters

Fearing there will not be any women to marry when he returns home from the war, John Porter suggests that he and Francis "make some arrangement that will tend to our mutual benefit."

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

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.

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 Thomas S. Armstrong To William Armstrong, Thomas S. Armstrong

Harvey Collection Letters

Thomas again requests a box of provisions, adding a few items, prison authorities are allowing prisoners to use Confederate money.

Letter From William Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated September 21, 1863, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

William Patterson wrote this note to his mother Julia from the battlefield on September 21, 1863. In the letter he talks about the battle and names some of the men that were wounded or killed.

Letter From Achsah Lemont To Frank L. Lemont, September 20, 1863, Achsah Lemont

Paul W. Bean Civil War Papers

Letter from Achsah and Josie Lemont to their brother Frank L. Lemont, September 20, 1863. In it Achsah tells Frank of a fun excursion to the top of Mount Washington and the excitement of the day including the state of the weather and the difficulty of the trek up the mountain.

Josie also included a short letter to Frank as well, stating that she felt well enough to do so. She expressed her deep desire to get an education for herself and how difficult it was for her to attend, but that she would not stop trying.

Taken from the …