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John F. McDonald Letter, 1863-04-21

 File — Folder: 1

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This April 21st, 1863 letter is from John F. McDonald, Confederate North Carolina soldier to his cousin, also named John McDonald, describing the Richmond Bread Riot of April 2nd, 1863. McDonald describes around three thousand women rioting and plundering stores for food and jewelry and he clarifies that none were the wives of soldiers. Included is the envelope.

Dates

  • Creation: 1863-04-21

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The material in this collection is in English.

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Full 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