Preston Family Correspondence, 1861, 1872 (Ms2010-070), Letter from James Francis Preston to Sarah Caperton Preston

Preston Family Correspondence, 1861, 1872 (Ms2010-070), Letter from James Francis Preston to Sarah Caperton Preston

The first letter is dated on July 28, 1861 and is written by James Francis Preston to his wife, Sarah Caperton Preston following the First Battle of Bull Run. He writes about the battle’s events and his own movements, including executing a direct order from General Jackson to charge the advancing enemy. In the beginning of his letter, James calls the battle a "fearful sight."

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Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Preston Family Correspondence, Ms2010-070, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.