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The Civil War Letters of Bethiah Pyatt McKown, Part 1
“December 9, 1860-June 12, 1865. From St. Louis, McKown expressed concern over two son's military service on opposing sides, relatives subjected to guerrilla activities, and her own dwindling resources after her husband died. She described conditions…
The Civil War in Chowan County, North Carolina
“1861-1865. Chowan County, North Carolina. This brief account by a doctor whose estate was Union headquarters in the area for two years describes the naval battles in Albemarle Sound, cavalry raids, and the difficulties which he and his neighbors in…
The Civil War Diary of Rufus J. Woolwine
“June 1, 1861-June 7, 1865. Primarily in June. The diary of a young soldier from Patrick County, Virginia, this material includes valuable descriptions of life in the author's home state and the South in defeat.”
The Civil War Diary of Mrs. Henrietta Fitzhugh Barr (Barre), 1862-1863, Ravenswood, Virginia
“February 16, 1862-August 20, 1863. Everyday life in a town with divided loyalties.”
The Civil War Diary of Louisa Brown Pearl
"September 1, 1861-March 22, 1862. Nashville. The Pearl family, who had migrated to Nashville from the North in the mid-1850s, was split by sectional antagonisms. In 1861 Mr. Pearl took the daughters to Detroit. John, the son, joined the 1st…
