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Letters of George Caleb Bingham to James S. Rollins, Part 1
“Bingham was an artist from Kansas City, MO who often wrote about the shortages of money and basic living supplies, to his cousin-in-law who was in the Union army.”
Beginning and Ending. Reminiscences of the First and Last days of the War. Interesting Personal Observations. The Thrilling and Exciting Times Immediately Preceding the War-First Battle of Manassas
“1861-1865. Recollections of the first months and last weeks of the war in Virginia.”
The University of Virginia, October, 1860, to April, 1861
“October 1860-April 1861. Charlottesville, Virginia. A freshman at “The University” during the secession winter describes the events on ‘The Grounds.”
Brief Narrative of Incidents in the War in Missouri, and of the Personal Experience of One who has Suffered.
“Southern sympathizers, murder by Union troops.”
A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital
“This is a significant work because Jones decided to keep a diary that would be detailed and informative for those who read it. He made it his business, furthermore, his motivation was linked with unique access to Jefferson Davis, the capital…
Civil History of the Government of the Confederate States, With Some Personal Reminiscences.
“Of use only for political history, a defense of secession.”
Letter from a Citizen of the Southern Confederacy
“Written from Berkeley County, Virginia, May 12, 1861, to brother in Iowa, this letter reflects intense southern feelings in a divided family.”
