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Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (15 June 1864), Charles Roberts
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (15 June 1864), Charles Roberts
Correspondence
Roberts tells Maggie that Capt. [Timberlake], General Dardee's Property QM has asked him to come with him but that he will not go without an order from General Johnston. He also says that Maj Baylor has applied to be relieved from duty in their Brigade and wants him to accompany him but Roberts does not care for Maj Baylor. Roberts also reports the death of General Polk, who was killed by a cannon ball while inspecting the lines.
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (30 May 1864), Charles Roberts
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."
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (29 May 1864), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (29 May 1864), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Army of Northern Virginia back around Richmond; mentions writing to his father of the battles of Spotsylvania's courthouse and those in Wilderness; Grant then changed tactics and abandoned his fortifications at Spotsylvania and moved down the Confederate right towards Milford and Bowling Green and so the movements to protect Richmond continue; description of family in Virginia; mentions acquaintances who had been severely wounded or killed
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (25 May 1864), Charles Roberts
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (25 May 1864), Charles Roberts
Correspondence
Writes to Maggie after a visit home, claiming that his recent visit has made him more homesick than before. Roberts asks about the cotton in [Gagor] County, fearing that the Yankees have taken it.
Ben Lane Posey To Kinloch Falconer (19 May 1864), Ben Lane Posey, Kinloch Falconer
Ben Lane Posey To Kinloch Falconer (19 May 1864), Ben Lane Posey, Kinloch Falconer
Correspondence
Stewart's Division, Army of Tennessee. Letter discussing a misguided Telegram.
Kinloch Falconer To Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, (19 May 1864), Kinloch Falconer, Joseph E. Johnston
Kinloch Falconer To Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, (19 May 1864), Kinloch Falconer, Joseph E. Johnston
Correspondence
Letter detailing availability of service, if needed
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (17 May 1864), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (17 May 1864), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Discusses the Battle of the Wilderness and the battle at Spotsylvania Courthouse
Maj. Gen. Joseph Wheeler To Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, (14 May 1864. 8 Am), Joseph Wheeler, Joseph E. Johnston
Maj. Gen. Joseph Wheeler To Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, (14 May 1864. 8 Am), Joseph Wheeler, Joseph E. Johnston
Correspondence
Concerning scout reports of Union troops
H. W. Hannon To Joseph Wheeler (14 May 1864. 5:20pm), Moses W. Hannon, Joseph Wheeler
H. W. Hannon To Joseph Wheeler (14 May 1864. 5:20pm), Moses W. Hannon, Joseph Wheeler
Correspondence
Note referencing telegraph from S. Gilliam to Col. B.J. Hull (14 May 1864) indicating that Hannon cannot spare troops to follow the aforementioned force without weakening his current position.
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (4 May 1864), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (4 May 1864), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Notes the movements of General Grant and Ambrose Everett Burnside; feels that another big battle is imminent; had not a chance to see his friends in the 17th Mississippi as their camp was several miles distant; gives an account of the Grand Tournament and Party given by the officers of Hill's Corps; worried about attending parties while his family back in Mississippi is suffering; mentions decreasing rations
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (2 April 1864), Charles Roberts
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (2 April 1864), Charles Roberts
Correspondence
Tells Maggie that he is not completely satisfied working under Maj Baylor and may switch positions but is hesitating. He also says that he saw his cousin Tom, who was elected lieutenant of his old Company. Roberts also mentions that he may be able to come home in the spring and looks forward to seeing his loved ones and gardening.
B. F. Gentry To Mariah Gentry (16 March 1864), Benjamin F. Gentry, Mariah Gentry
B. F. Gentry To Mariah Gentry (16 March 1864), Benjamin F. Gentry, Mariah Gentry
Correspondence
Benjamin mentions that fellow soldiers received furloughs; rumor of fighting; the departure of their Chaplain; and other activities.
Watson S. Dibrell To Mary Lou Armistead (12 March 1864), Watson S. Dibrell
Watson S. Dibrell To Mary Lou Armistead (12 March 1864), Watson S. Dibrell
Correspondence
Love letter
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (7 March 1864), Charles Roberts
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (7 March 1864), Charles Roberts
Correspondence
Roberts writes about a battle two miles northeast of Dalton in which they sent the Union back to Chattanooga. He notes that the Confederates lost about 125 killed and wounded but that the Union lost three times as many and 150 Federals were taken prisoner.
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (17 February 1864), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (17 February 1864), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Describes buying new clothes and equipment; describes his tent accommodations; describes attending the President's last grand reception and speaking in detail with Mrs. Davis about the condition of the people in Mississippi; describes a lot of visiting also
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts(13 February 1864), Charles Roberts
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts(13 February 1864), Charles Roberts
Correspondence
Roberts writes that he has been transferred to Cheatham's Division. States that while passing Jackson's Brigade, men in his Brigade thought their forms of punishment were cruel and decided to break into the guard house; four were captured. He says that more men may go over to stir up mischief simply out of boredom. He also writes of fear that the Union has captured Jackson permanently.
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (9 February 1864), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (9 February 1864), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Safe arrival in Richmond; had three photographs taken; sending six photographic cards; saw L. Q. C. Lamar briefly
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (26 January 1864), Charles Roberts
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (26 January 1864), Charles Roberts
Correspondence
Thanks Maggie for writing often and tells of his fear that the Confederate troops are losing enthusiasm and therefore giving the Union an advantage. Roberts also asks his wife to entertain the Major if he visits Oxford.
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (24 January 1864), Charles Roberts
Charles Roberts To Maggie Roberts (24 January 1864), Charles Roberts
Correspondence
Tells Maggie of a visit from Major [Driver] and of the preparations for an active Spring Campaign but predicts that it will be the last year of the war.
Letter From W. S. Featherston To Colonel Thomas W. Jack. 8 January 1864, Winfield Scott Featherston
Letter From W. S. Featherston To Colonel Thomas W. Jack. 8 January 1864, Winfield Scott Featherston
Correspondence
Handwritten letter from W.S. Featherston to Colonel Thomas W. Jack; Letter sent from "Head Quarters near Canton, Miss."
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (April 1864), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (April 1864), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Happy to have received letters from home; expect to daily receive marching orders; he notes that Grant has assumed command of the Army of the Potomac and will probably attack by using two or three different route; says the Army was never in better spirits
Ebws 2.14: Correspondence And Documents, 1864 (Continued)
Ebws 2.14: Correspondence And Documents, 1864 (Continued)
Correspondence
1864 (continued)
Ebws 2.17: Correspondence And Documents, 1867
Ebws 2.13: Correspondence And Documents, 1864
B. F. Gentry To W. R. And Mariah Gentry (April 1864), Benjamin F. Gentry, Mariah Gentry, Wiley R. Gentry
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.
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (24 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To J. H. Nelson (24 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Glad to hear from home; unable to locate the trunk his parents had sent; sent up an application for a Leave of Absence but is afraid it won't be granted just yet; list of needed clothes; missing his family on Christmas eve night
Unknown To Maria C. Nelson (20 December 1863), Author Unknown
Unknown To Maria C. Nelson (20 December 1863), Author Unknown
Correspondence
Concerning the enlistment, remaining in Mississippi and their inability to find clothing for the author and Amelia
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (19 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (19 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Glad to have received word from home; distraught over the death of Andrew Govan; intention to obtain a "Leave of Absence" if possible in January so that he could return home for a visit; lists needed clothes and says if he returns home on furlough he will only take the clothes on his back as he wants to bring as much back with him as possible
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (18 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson
William C. Nelson To Maria C. Nelson (18 December 1863), William Cowper Nelson
Correspondence
Worries that he has not heard from home for a while; going into winter quarters; the successor for General Posey has not yet been decided; reading quite a lot now; calling on acquaintances in the vicinity of Orange and has made several lady friends; rumor that Lee would be sent south to command Bragg's Army; mentions his Sister and the Cage family; and mentions activities of William Forbes Stearns
Letter From James Phelan To J. A. Seddon. 17 December 1863, James Phelan
Letter From James Phelan To J. A. Seddon. 17 December 1863, James Phelan
Correspondence
Handwritten letter from James Phelan to J. A. Seddon; Letter sent from "Senate Chamber"