D[abney] H. Maury, Richmond, to "Uncle" [Matthew Fontaine Maury], [marked copy], 1865 August 25
Scope and Contents
A letter filled with bitterness and anger over the war's end and its aftermath. Discusses English reaction, United States' failing, his opinions on the œNegroes, and laments the loss of good men in the war. Talks of procuring a professorship and beginning a school at Lexington, Va. 2 pages.
Dates
- Creation: 1865 August 25
Creator
- From the Collection: Maury, James, Sr., 1718-1769 (Person)
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Extent
From the Collection: 6.31 Linear Feet
Language
From the Collection: English
From the Collection: French
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository