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Letters, 1861 - 1865

 File — Folder: 1

Scope and Content

From the Collection:

This collection consists of three letters written by both Raphael C. and Erasmus Bauserman to their mother, sisters, and brothers while they served as Confederate Privates for Virginia's 12th Cavalry, Company K in the American Civil War.

The first letter is dated September 9, 1861. Written by Raphael, he mentions his family traveling to Winchester, Virginia.

The second letter is written by Raphael from a camp near Richmond, Virginia; it is dated June 6, 1864. It details the health of his unit, fighting conditions, and company rations.

The third letter is written by both brothers from a camp near Culpeper, Virginia; it is dated August 12, 1865. In this letter, the brothers talk about horses.

Dates

  • 1861 - 1865

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The material in the collection is 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