Transcriptions, undated
Scope and Content
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
- Creation: undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Linton, William, d. 1865 (Person)
- From the Collection: Linton, Edward (Person)
- From the Collection: Leary, William A., Jr., d. 1874 (Person)
- From the Collection: Leary, Rachel Linton, 1829-1910 (Person)
Language of Materials
The materials in this collection are 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
Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Drive
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Virginia 24061 US
540-231-6308
specref@vt.edu