Ewell (B. S.), at West Point, to his uncle, William Stoddert, at Jackson, Madison County, Tennessee, 1834 December 7
Scope and Contents
Benjamin Ewell thanks his uncle for his generosity, but doubts Mr. Ewell will let Richard come to him. Ewell will not stay in the Army. There is no chance to advance unless there is a war. He may go into Legal Studies, having ambition and political interest. However, lacking money, he may set other goals. The possibility of war with France might change the situation.
Dates
- Creation: 1834 December 7
Creator
- From the Collection: Ewell, Benjamin Stoddert (Person)
- From the Collection: Office of the President (Organization)
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Extent
From the Collection: 3.5 Linear Feet
Language
From the File: English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository