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Letter,, 1862

 File — Folder: 1

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

Collection consists of two letters written on the same page. The letters are written by William N. Curry to his two brothers, Alpheus and Harry. William Curry is in a Camp near Pocataligo, South Carolina. Curry describes camp life and discusses things like the weather and mentioning the presence of alligators in the swamps. Curry also describes seeing ships and the old iron horse. In the letter to Harry, Curry discusses Yankee ships being run aground and set on fire to prevent the Confederates from taking the cargo. Curry also mentions rumors that the Yankees may try to retake Fort Sumter, but Curry feels that they will find this task a sore job.

Dates

  • Creation: 1862

Creator

Access Restrictions

Collection is open to research.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 Cubic Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections, Virginia Tech Repository

Contact:
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
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Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308