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Letter from A.S. Roe to his Aunt & Uncle, March 16, 1864

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 2

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This collection contains a first hand account of a Civil War soldier and prisoner. The manuscript narrative gives details of Alfred S. Roe's experience in the Army and in prison, his travels, fellow soldiers, officers, and their conversations. Included in box 2 are Alfred Roe's letters to his parents, brothers, sister, aunt and uncle, and dear friend. There is also correspondence to Alfred Roe's parents from fellow soldier H. Hill Wheeler when Alfred went missing and again when he (Wheeler) learns Alfred is a prisoner.

Dates

  • Creation: March 16, 1864

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (2 half hollinger boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the University Archives Repository

Contact:
Olin Library
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