Civil War
Subject Source: Local sources
Scope Note: Use this heading for collections related to the American Civil War, including materials created after 1865 that have significant Civil War content. Also use the LCSH heading: United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865.Found in 1309 Collections and/or Records:
James P. Hawkins Diary, 1864-1865 (Ms2008-025)
John Janney Papers,
The John Janney Papers consist of over 800 letters written to John Janney and members of his family. Other materials include biographical information, books, and periodicals.
E. Jarvis Letter
Civil War Union prisoner of war letter written from a Richmond, Virginia, camp. Jarvis writes on January 15, 1864, to "Dear Companion" about his prospects of leaving the prison, and assures the reader not to worry about his welfare.
James M. Jeffries Collection,
The collection contains a newspaper article about James M. Jeffries and the parole document from his date of parole from Appomattox, April 10, 1865.
John W. Jellison Papers,
Collection contains letters written to family by John W. Jellison, 27th Regiment, Maine Infantry. Also included are Jellison's discharge papers.
Joel H. Jenks Diary
This collection contains the Civil War diary of Joel H. Jenks, 78th Illinois Infantry, spanning 1865. Entries discuss the weather, food, and daily activities in the camp and hospital ward.