Nathaniel V. Watkins, Gloucester Point, to Nannie V. Watkins, Townesville, North Carolina, 1862 April 12
Scope and Contents
Describes in great detail activities and fighting on the Peninsula; mentions the Yankees' use of hot air balloon and sighting of two war steamers. Including, April 13, 1862, acknowledges letter from Nannie, narrates Sunday's activities including preaching, Bible study and prayer meetings; tells Nannie to have her father take control of their farm; asks negroes at home and sends his love; mentions General Joseph E. Johnston, the Peninsula fighting and alledged Confederate victories in the West.
Dates
- Creation: 1862 April 12
Creator
- From the Collection: Watkins, Nathaniel Venable (Person)
- From the Collection: Ballantine, Elisha (Rev.) (Person)
- From the Collection: Daniel, James B. (Person)
- From the Collection: Read, Charles Lewis, 1794-1869 (Person)
- From the Collection: Sherrill, Nancy Read (Person)
- From the Collection: Watkins, Richard H. (Person)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 2.00 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository