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John R. McKinney papers, 1863-1883.
BANC MSS 86/170 z
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Title:
John R. McKinney papers, 1863-1883Creator/Contributor:
McKinney, John R., 1844-, creatorAbstract:
Letters written by a Union soldier from Louisiana during the Civil War describing his day-to-day experiences and complaints.
One letter speaks of the siege of Vicksburg, and another on July 4th of the rebel surrender. Also contains his discharge certificate,
and a statement written twenty years later, possibly for a reunion of his regiment.
Date:
1863 (issued)Subject:
n-us---United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865
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Photocopies also available.
Physical Description:
1 box (.4 linear ft.).
Language:
English
Identifier:
BANC MSS 86/170 z