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This collection consists of one letter dated May 7, 1865. The letter is from Robert Wilson to his sister and talks about his status and updates her on his unit's progression. He briefly mentions visiting Chapel Hill, North Carolina and the University of North Carolina. He also mentions the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln and the impact he had on the country.
Chapel Hill (N.C.)
Letter from Asa L. Landon to his brother, dated October 22, 1864. In this letter he discusses his possible discharge due to his injury, the upcoming Presidential elections, Abraham Lincoln, defeating the Copperhead Party, and the Emancipation Proclamation.
Letter from Philander Hewitt to Mack Ewing dated November 20, 1864. In this letter, Hewitt discusses Woodbridge Township news, the Presidential Election, and Copperheads.
Newspaper clipping from the New York Herald regarding the status of the Union Army.
Washington, D.C.
Newspaper clipping from the New York Herald regarding the assassination of President Lincoln. Dated April 15, 1865.
Newspaper clipping from the New York Herald regarding the assassination of President Lincoln. Dated April 15, 1865.
Diary of George Benton Arnold dated 1865. In this diary, he describes the weather, skirmishes, Battle of Fort Steadman (March 25), the Capture of Petersburg (April 2), the capture of General Lee, the assassination of President Lincoln, and his discharge.
Letter from Jerome Kroll to his brother dated April 2, 1865. In this letter, he discusses the death of President Lincoln.
Petersburg (Va.)
Letter from Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated September 28, 1862. In the letter, Edwin reflects on influence religion and education has on his life as a soldier. He also provides an update on the status of his regiment and other news regarding the war.
Harpers Ferry (Va.)
Letter from Charles F. Smith to his brother, dated April 16, 1865. In this letter, he discusses a rumor of Confederates bypassing the blockage and firing shells at the White House.
Annapolis (Md.)
Letter from Charles F. Smith to his mother, dated April 16, 1865. In this letter, he discusses his opinions on Camp Chase, his furlough, the death of President Lincoln, and food.
Columbus (Ohio)
Letter from Frederick or Christian Bush dated October 9, 1863. In this letter, the author describes the status of his regiment and his opinions on the war, slavery, and Abraham Lincoln.
Virginia
Letter from Jim McNeill to Mack Ewing dated September 16, 1860. In this letter, he discusses the Union fair, family news, and the upcoming presidential election.
Letter from James McNeill and Rebecca McNeill to Isabella Jenkins dated November 17, 1860. In this letter, they discuss school, community news, and Abraham Lincoln.
1865 Civil War diary of Henry Albert Potter documenting the events between January 1, 1865- December 31, 1865. In this diary, Potter describes everyday life within the regiment, the battles at Selma and Macon, the occupation of Montgomery, and the death of Abraham Lincoln. Potter also notes at the end of each entry the number of miles his regiment marched that day.
Partial letter (begins on pg. 9) from Lemuel W. Osborn to his wife, Eunice, dated after the assassination of President Lincoln in 1865. In this letter, he shares his thoughts on the assassination and Lincoln's successor.
Harper's Weekly, A Journal of Civilization magazine dated March 9, 1867. The magazine describes the capture of John H. Surrat, an accomplice of John Wilkes Booth.
The Progressive Thinker newspaper dated February 14, 1891. The newspaper describes the relationship between Charles Chiniquy and President Abraham Lincoln.
Transcription of the diary of Ferdinand S. Petway. The diary covers January 19, 1864- November 7, 1864. In the diary, Petway fervently speaks on the Confederate Army,his opinions on the southern society should the Union win, his negative opinions of Union citizens, slavery, the Battle of Franklin, Tenn, Sherman, Grant, Lincoln, the Presidential Election of 1864, and Henry Ward Beecher. Date of transcription unknown.
Russelville, Alabama
Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated May 8, 1864. In this letter, Ewing describes Washington, D.C., seeing President Lincoln in church, his travels, and seeing Confederate prisoners of war.
Washington, D.C.
Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated October 5, 1864. In this letter, Ewing describes the status of his regiment, battle duties, and politics. He also details an anecdote about deserters who, upon being caught, were tied up and forced to wear a "coward" sign.
Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated September 25, 1864. In this letter, Ewing discusses his opinions on General Meade and General Burnside, finances, patching and darning, and politics.
Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his sister dated January 4, 1864. In the letter, Henry inquires about life at home and how President Lincoln's message is being received by new recruits. He also provides his prediction and support for the upcoming nomination for President.
Maysville (Ala.)
Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated June 18, 1864. In the letter, Henry describes his current mood and health. He mentions the Presidential Election and the politics of the current candidates. Henry believes Lincoln should be reelected, and fears any other candidate will represent a divide North and inspire the Confederate troops.
Marietta (Ga.)
Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his father dated September 29, 1864. In the letter, Henry provides his personal view of the war, what he's fighting for, and the political atmosphere surrounding the nation.
Marietta (Ga.)
