Johnston, Joseph E. (Joseph Eggleston), 1807-1891 ; Letters
Johnston writes to the Governor from the Confederate army headquarters that "the Confederate flag bears such a resemblance to that of the United sates as to be readily mistaken for it" and that the Union army recently used a counterfeit of the...
In this letter, written in ink on off-white paper, Conrad informs Colvin that he is uncertain that he will see him soon, and therefore decides that it would be better if Colvin assumed that Conrad will not be able to make it.
Johnston, Joseph E. (Joseph Eggleston), 1807-1891; Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
Two short newspaper articles, dated in pencil as 1936 May 30. The first discusses casualties in the Civil War, especially among those under 21 years old. The second describes life among Union soldiers during the Civil War.
Handwritten letter on off-white paper with sepia ink and small round stain in center of page. Addison discusses a dispute about St. Sacrament now belonging rightfully to the Portuguese. Addison also discusses the Buenos Aires Ships. Addison knows...
Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834; Letters
Letter written by Lafayette to a relative of James Fenimore Cooper, discussing various matters of state. The letter is written from La grange, short for Château de la Grange-Bléneau.
