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Carter Coupland, Selma, Alabama to Juliana Dorsey, 1864 August 9

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 4
Identifier: id167488

Scope and Contents

Scope and Contents Believes it will be several weeks before the Yankees make an attack by land in Mississippi; had business in Selma and wanted to settle it, especially since they were putting everyone in trenches in Mobile; worries that it looks "as if I was not willing to do what I could towards defending the old town, so... I must return to strife and excitement"; assures her that if his services are not needed he will come to see her soon. 2 pages.

Dates

  • Creation: 1864 August 9

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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Extent

From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository

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