J. E. Johnston, Washington, [D.C.], to Colonel [Thomas T. Gantt], [St. Louis, Mo.]., 1884 Feb[ruar]y 2
Scope and Contents
Praises Frank Blair [Frances Preston Blair, Jr.]; finds the only well-founded sectional prejudice is that of favoring Virginia hams; slavery caused no inferiority of the people; continues a discussion of how the South could have won -- including more arms, a different Confederate President, and a strong move against Grant in late 1862; expresses opinion that Hardee or Stewart would have prevented Sherman's "March to the Sea." 4 pp. ALS. Including typescript. 2 pp.
Dates
- Creation: 1884 Feb[ruar]y 2
Creator
- From the Collection: Johnston, Joseph Eggleston, 1807-1891 (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 3.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository