Anson Patterson letters
Collection — Box: 65
Identifier: MS-SC1148
Scope and Contents
Four letters to Helen and one to Auntie discuss his activities, occurrences and the cost of items at Nashville, his feelings about the war and the Confederacy. Mentions those from home who are doing well, sick or dead. Describes a deserter being discharged and the music played.
Dates
- Created: 1862 - 1863
Creator
- Patterson, Anson (Person)
Biographical / Historical
From Joliet, Illinois served as Captain in the 100th Illinois Infantry, Company E. In charge of the Convalescent Barracks at Nashville during this time period.
Extent
1 folder (1 folder : .5 linear inches (.042 linear feet)) : 5 items
Language of Materials
English
Creator
- Patterson, Anson (Person)
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscript Collection Repository
Contact:
112 North Sixth Street
Springfield IL 62701 US
(217) 558-8923
christopher.schnell@illinois.gov
112 North Sixth Street
Springfield IL 62701 US
(217) 558-8923
christopher.schnell@illinois.gov