Browse Items (155 total)
- Collection: Items by Publication Date: 1920s
Sherman's Trail Through South Carolina“May 1865. South Carolina. The trail of destruction across South Carolina described by an ex-Confederate soldier, immediately after the end of…
Sketches of old Warrenton, North Carolina: Traditions and Reminiscences of the Town and People Who Made It“Contains a history of the town but focuses mainly on the homes of old Warrenton. Includes a section on the professional men, notable visitors, and…
Some Recollections of George Caleb Bingham“1861-1865. Missouri. General memories of the great Missouri artist, including his wartime activities.”
Surrender of Johnston's Army“April of 1865. Near Durham, North Carolina. An eyewitness account of the surrender of Joseph E. Johnston’s valiant troops.”
Survivor of President Davis's Escort“April - May 1865. Greensboro, North Carolina to Georgia. The final fight of the confederate President and key associates described by a surviving…
Tares Among the Wheat“1861-1865. Louisiana and Port Anderson, Mississippi? A group of war stories - sad and happy.”
Tender Memories of V.M.I. Cadets“May 1864. Newmarket, Virginia. A lady describes the efforts she and her neighbors gave to assist young V.M.I. cadets in battle.”
The Battle of Lexington
The Battle of Rio, Virginia“April 1864. Rio, Virginia. A young woman’s memory of combat near her home on the Rivanna River.”
The Battle of the Handkerchiefs“February 20, 1863. New Orleans, Louisiana. A woman remembers how she and others used their handkerchiefs to help Confederate prisoners.”