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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

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

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.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of June 26, 1864 - July 7, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"last night a man suffering with the delirium tremens rambling through the ward tearing things as he went"

Letter From William Patterson To His Mother, Julia Dated June 21, 1864, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

No abstract provided.

Letter: W.E. Johnson To Lt. R.J. "Robt" Cunningham, June 18, 1864, W. E. Johnson

W.E. Johnson Papers

No abstract provided.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of June 14, 1864 - June 25, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"Went out for the first time to day, in the Hospital chair..."

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], 1864, June 12, Kate [Porter] [To] Alan Cameron

Rhode Island 11th United States Heavy Artillery Correspondence Collection

A family correspondence written by Kate, sister of Allen Cameron, from Springvale, Wisconsin. Acknowledgment of Cameron's military advancement and poor health; familial updates including of brother Walter; updates on costs of everyday items.

One entry: dated June 12, 1864

Handwritten; 1 folded sheet (4 p.); 20 x 25 cm. folded to 20 x 12.5 cm.

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.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of June 8, 1864 - June 13, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"every day is a great desideratum am doing well"

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.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of June 2, 1864 - June 7, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"No Drs on board who appear to take an interest in me, nothing to eat..."

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

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.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of May 27, 1864 - June 1, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"we have secured The Position and are within 15 miles of Richmond"

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

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: W.E. Johnson To W.E. Johnson, Sr., May 29, 1864, W. E. Johnson

W.E. Johnson Papers

No abstract provided.

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

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."

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of May 21, 1864 - May 26, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"Sabbath after Sabbath and year after year the Holy Sabbath is made a day of murder"

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

Patterson Family Correspondence

This letter was sent to Julia Patterson from L.N. Jones. The acquaintance talks about a visitor to the Patterson home.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of May 15, 1864 - May 20, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"The fog rolled off this morning and disclosed the Rebels with their strong works in front..."

Letter From Robert Patterson To His Mother Julia Dated May 11, 1864, Robert Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

No abstract provided.

Correspondence: Letter From Tybee Island, Georgia

Print Materials from the Richard Mette Collection

Correspondence: Letter from Tybee Island, Georgia, May 9, 1864. It details Union Troop movements and a desire to see the rebels whipped. Written by Aloinus.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of May 9, 1864 - May 14, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"The slaughter wonderful. our wounded reaches 22000."

Wade Hampton Battlefield Note, Wade Hampton

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

A small (12x8cm) battlefield note. Wade Hampton was a Confederate General from South Carolina. In 1876 he became governor of that state.

Edward Hill Diary Entry Of May 3, 1864 - May 8, 1864, Edward Hill

Civil War Diary of Captain Edward Hill (transcription)

"6th Corps broken, I fear a rout, 7 o clock stole out through a gap in the Rebel lines..."