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Letter, 1865-05-09

 Item — Folder: 1

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This collection contains a letter sent from John Woodbridge Bosworth, a Confederate soldier, to his brother. Bosworth is writing from a Union Prisoner of War Camp, where he was being held prisoner. Bosworth writes asking his brother about family members and other soldiers. Bosworth also discusses his willingness to take the Oath of Allegiance to the Union, and asks his brother to send him money. This collection also includes a typed transcript of the letter.

Dates

  • 1865-05-09

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The materials in this collection are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 Cubic Feet (1 folder)

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech Repository

Contact:
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308