[?], Brandon, to [?], 1861 July 27
Scope and Contents
Scope and Contents
"Necessary caution" used when writing; comment on those who have died in the war; family news; "arms...sought in Europe"; "visit from General L's daughters Annie and Agnes"; role of women during the war; receipt of a letter from "one of our heroes at Manassad"; mention of Sherman; "Death of 400 of our noble souls" 4 pp. AL. Letter probably to Charlotte Gittings and Margaret Stone.
Dates
- Creation: 1861 July 27
Creator
- From the Collection: Ritchie, Thomas, 1778-1854 (Person)
- From the Collection: Ritchie family. (Family)
Language of Materials
English
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Extent
From the Collection: 6.50 Linear Feet
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center Repository