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Letter, Isaac to his mother, Camp 8 Miles Above ----, August 11th, 1864 (Ms1997-013)

Dublin Core

Title

Letter, Isaac to his mother, Camp 8 Miles Above ----, August 11th, 1864 (Ms1997-013)

Description

Isaac is torn apart by the sudden news of his brother's death. He is consumed by thoughts of his brother's widow and children, and wishes to be with his family for consolation.

Date

1864-08-11

Type

Letters

Identifier

Ms1997_013_WhiteIsaac_1864_0811

Bibliographic Citation

Isaac White Letters, 1861-1938, Ms1997-013, Special Collections, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University