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General George Cullum’s Civil War Letter, 1861

 Item — Folder: 1

Scope and Contents note

From the Series:

Union Army General George Cullum’s handwritten letter, sent from New York and dated November 11, 1861, is addressed to ‘My dear Colonel’ and discusses Cullum’s recent promotion to the rank of brigadier general of volunteers and his assignment to serve under General Henry Halleck, with orders to leave immediately for Missouri. He also reflects on his current situation and that of several other officers (including his correspondent), discusses his immediate travel plans, and inquires about family members.

Dates

  • Creation: 1861

Creator

Restrictions on Access

This material is open for research.

Conditions Governing Access

Stored onsite at the Woodson Research Center.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.1 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository

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Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
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