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Letter From William To His Mother Julia On July 8, 1864, William Patterson

Patterson Family Correspondence

William Patterson wrote this note to his mother Julia on July 8, 1864. He discusses his injury and other personal affairs in the letter.

Letter To Stephen Patterson From J.K. Reynolds Dated July 7, 1864, J. K. Reynolds

Patterson Family Correspondence

Letter to Stephen Patterson from J.K. Reynolds dated July 7, 1864. In the letter the friend asks Stephen to meet them at the depot.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Copy Of A Letter From John Hunt Morgan To Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston Regarding The Former's Arrival In Richmond And Interview With Confederate President Jefferson Davis., John Hunt Morgan

Broadus R. Littlejohn, Jr. Manuscript and Ephemera Collection

Confederate General John H. Morgan writes to General Joseph E. Johnston to relate Morgan's conversation with Jefferson Davis, in which he requested restoration of his command. Morgan also mentions the possible expedition intended against Nashville. He informs Johnson of information, from an officer who had escaped from the Nashville Penitentiary, that claimed there would be no difficulty in accomplishing all intended in Nashville as there were no more than three hundred troops, "most of whom were negroes," dated April 3, 1864.