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William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (25 October 1864), William Cowper Nelson Oct 1864

William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (25 October 1864), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Tom's illness and his wanting to enlist in the Army; Virginia Military Institute; food shortages; prices for clothing; Abraham Lincoln and the election; prospects for peace; possible visit to Petersburg; payment of salary.


William C. Nelson To Thomas Nelson (17 October 1864), William Cowper Nelson Oct 1864

William C. Nelson To Thomas Nelson (17 October 1864), William Cowper Nelson

Correspondence

Apologizes for not writing sooner; mentions Anthony Whitfield; presidential campaign of 1864; mentions the shelling on Petersburg; mentions social life; weather very cold; asking Tom to abandon the idea of enlisting in the Army; talks about Tom's illness; John Bell Hood; talks about prices of food being very high


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (12 August 1864), Charles Roberts Aug 1864

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (12 August 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Roberts tells that has moved to Pettus' Brigade with Maj Baylor because Capt Timberlake, whom he wanted to be transferred to, was relieved and his replacement, Capt. Scott had been dropped from the Rolls once for drunkeness and although he was reinstated, Roberts believed he was better to avoid.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (6 August 1864), Charles Roberts Aug 1864

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (6 August 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Tells Maggie that since his last letter Roberts has been constantly on the move, lost his horse, saddle, & bridle in a raid, and is now camped near Atlanta within shelling distance of Federal troops. He tells that he will probably go with Maj Baylor to report to Genl Pettus' Brigade, Stevenson's Division.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (24 July 1864), Charles Roberts Jul 1864

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (24 July 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Tells Maggie that they have been moved about thirty miles south in order to keep out of the way of the army and to lessen the work for the R.R. by foraging for themselves. Roberts says that there have been battles on the front that he has heard have gone well for Confederates, but knows no details. He also mentions that Capt. Timberlake has been relieved so he will not be transferred under him.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (20 June 1864), Charles Roberts Jun 1864

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (20 June 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Writes to Maggie that besides heavy amounts of rain, there have not been many changes in Roberts's camp. He asks about everything at home and goes on about his love for his wife and children and how he is ready for the war to end so that he may be with them again.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (30 May 1864), Charles Roberts May 1864

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (30 May 1864), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Roberts writes about his camp outside of Atlanta, where there have been skirmishes with Union troops; he awaits a great battle. He also writes about furniture arrangements at home and asks about his son Charley, who he claims was given laudanum by a "little black imp."


Circular (21 May 1864), Kinloch Falconer (1838-1878) May 1864

Circular (21 May 1864), Kinloch Falconer (1838-1878)

Military Records

Concerning sending wounded and ill Confederate soldiers to rear lines


Death Of A Member Of Congress, David Maney Currin Mar 1864

Death Of A Member Of Congress, David Maney Currin

Clippings and Pamphlets

Obituary for David Maney Currin, a representative to the Confederate Congress for Tennessee. He died in office in 1864.


Richard C. Bridges To His Sister, 30 January 1864, Richard C. Bridges Jan 1864

Richard C. Bridges To His Sister, 30 January 1864, Richard C. Bridges

Correspondence

Letter from Richard C. Bridges to his sister describing the present comforts of camp life (plentiful blankets and warm clothes); describes the execution of a deserter.


B. F. Gentry To W. R. And Mariah Gentry (April 1864), Benjamin F. Gentry, Mariah Gentry, Wiley R. Gentry Dec 1863

B. F. Gentry To W. R. And Mariah Gentry (April 1864), Benjamin F. Gentry, Mariah Gentry, Wiley R. Gentry

Correspondence

Benjamin mentions rumors of fighting in Chattanooga, TN., and speculates on Virginia and North Carolina; mentions his regiment's movements and discusses hearing of life at home.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (14 October 1863), Charles Roberts Oct 1863

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (14 October 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Responds to letters from his Maggie and tells that he has a horse to ride home. Roberts writes of a battle on the 20th of September that he did not believe was decisive and says that they must move in order to get more food. He also predicts a struggle for the possession of Tennessee, where President Davis is located.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (3 October 1863), Charles Roberts Oct 1863

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (3 October 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Writes of the Yankees strengthening their fortifications just as they bring more artillery to the front. Roberts writes that an officer told him the Confederates at the battlefield of Chickamauga have all been buried but that the Yankees are left to rot.


B. F. Gentry To W. R. And Mariah Gentry (22 August 1863), Benjamin F. Gentry, Wiley R. Gentry, Mariah Gentry Aug 1863

B. F. Gentry To W. R. And Mariah Gentry (22 August 1863), Benjamin F. Gentry, Wiley R. Gentry, Mariah Gentry

Correspondence

Benjamin discusses food quality and requests money to buy supplies. Also passes along word to his family and servants.


Richard C. Bridges To His Sister Matilda, 16 August 1863, Richard C. Bridges Aug 1863

Richard C. Bridges To His Sister Matilda, 16 August 1863, Richard C. Bridges

Correspondence

Letter from Richard C. Bridges to his sister Matilda describing his poor health; predicts that neither army will be quick to resume hostilities after the Battle of Gettysburg.


Richard C. Bridges To His Sister Matilda, 31 July [1863?], Richard C. Bridges Jul 1863

Richard C. Bridges To His Sister Matilda, 31 July [1863?], Richard C. Bridges

Correspondence

Letter from Richard C. Bridges to his sister Matilda describing both his good health and that of the army; rues exorbitant prices in Richmond; describes movements of troops.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (8 July 1863), Charles Roberts Jul 1863

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (8 July 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Tells Maggie of his new location near Chattanooga and tells of the shelling of a town which resulted in the death of a woman and child, much to Roberts's dismay.


J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (26 June 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson Jun 1863

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (26 June 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson sends sympathy for Sallie's unfortunate health following his furlough; the weather; rumor from the homefront & Vicksburg; skirmishes with his company; news of a local man's imprisonment for killing a member of Henderson's company for rummaging in his potato field;


J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (21 June 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson Jun 1863

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (21 June 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson discusses the death of Sallie's uncle; items he is sending home; recommends Sallie leaving Mississippi if the Union takes Vicksburg;


J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (7 June 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson Jun 1863

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (7 June 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson details his regiment's activities at the front under Gen. Bragg & those of Lieut. Gen. N.B. Forrest; news of other soldiers & regiments; his health;


J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (31 May 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson May 1863

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (31 May 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson discusses his desire for good food and the regiment's limited options and cost; the health of his company; money;


Richard C. Bridges To His Sister Carrie, 15 May 1863, Richard C. Bridges May 1863

Richard C. Bridges To His Sister Carrie, 15 May 1863, Richard C. Bridges

Correspondence

Letter from Richard C. Bridges to his sister Carrie describing a bout of the flu; laments the incursions and ravishments of Union troops; fears he has lost communication with home.


Jeremiah Gage To Patience Gage (25 April 1863), Jeremiah Gage, Patience W. S. Gage Apr 1863

Jeremiah Gage To Patience Gage (25 April 1863), Jeremiah Gage, Patience W. S. Gage

Correspondence

Similar letter to that he wrote to Mary, 24 April 1863, in which he discusses being at Suffolk, which holds a considerable amount of bacon; details their proximity to the Union troops.


J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (18 April 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson Apr 1863

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (18 April 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson discusses current conditions at the camp and rumors of an impending attack or march; rumor of troop strength in Kentucky & reports of Union movement from Vicksburg; weather; his health & that of others; death of various members of the regiment;


J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (4 April 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson Apr 1863

J. W. Henderson To Sarah A. M. Henderson (4 April 1863), John Watson Henderson, Sarah Anne Means Henderson

Correspondence

Henderson describes his health; rations following the Battle of Murfreesboro; strict conditions; Earl Van Dorn capturing Union troops;


Richard C. Bridges To His Sister M., 27 March 1863, Richard C. Bridges Mar 1863

Richard C. Bridges To His Sister M., 27 March 1863, Richard C. Bridges

Correspondence

Letter from Richard C. Bridges to his sister M. acknowledge receipt of her letters; prophesies battles at Murfreesborough and on the Rappahannock once the weather clears; dismisses rumors of demoralized Union army; expects war to go on for up to five more years.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (9 March 1863), Charles Roberts Mar 1863

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (9 March 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Roberts tells Maggie of his attack of flux that he has recently gotten over, orders to advance that were no longer needed when Yankees turned back, and of his new position as Corporal of [Caisson].


W. D. Farmer To H. R. Miller (1 March 1863), W. D. Farmer, Hugh R. Miller Feb 1863

W. D. Farmer To H. R. Miller (1 March 1863), W. D. Farmer, Hugh R. Miller

Correspondence

Update on the health of a horse


T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (13 February 1863), Thomas Goode Clark Feb 1863

T. G. Clark To Margery Clark (13 February 1863), Thomas Goode Clark

Correspondence

News of Isaac's arrival to the company and mention of the difficulty for new recruits and the impossibility of leaving duty; also mentions Isaac running a fever.


Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (12 February 1863), Charles Roberts Feb 1863

Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (12 February 1863), Charles Roberts

Correspondence

Writes about life at the camp and asks Maggie about life in Oxford. Roberts tells her that he expects there to be a fight at Tullahoma, 18 miles south of him, in the near future.