Leary, William A., Jr., d. 1874
Person
Biographical Note
William A. Leary, Jr., was the son of book dealer William A. Leary of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He married Rachel Linton (1829-1910). Leary, Jr., served during the American Civil War in the 95th Pennsylvania Volunteers of the Union Army. He took over his father's book store in 1865 and died in 1874.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Linton and Leary Family Papers
Collection
Identifier: Ms-2026-085
Abstract
This collection contains letters written by Ned and Bill Linton to thier sister Rachel Leary, during thier time in the American Civil War. In these letters, the brothers describe the conditions they faced, struggles with illness, and the operations of thier units. An undated document from Rachel Leary's husband, W. A. Leary Jr., describes the movements of his unit from 1861-1862 during the Civil War. Transcriptions are included.
Dates:
1862-1865, undated