1862 September 16, near Alexandria, Virginia
Item — Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This collection of letters were written by Eseck G. Wilber to his parents and family during the Civil War years, 1862-1864. The letters describe army life, pitched battles, inlcuding Fredericksburg, the Second Battle of Bull Run, and Chancellorsville. Also included in the letters are comments or mention of superior officers and other dignitaries, including George B. McClellan, Stonewall Jackson, Joseph Hooker, George Meade, and Abraham Lincoln.
Dates
- Creation: 1862, January 10 - December 28
Creator
- From the Collection: Wilber, Eseck G. (Person)
Restrictions on Access
This material is open for research.
Stored onsite at the Woodson Research Center.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.5 Linear Feet (3 folders)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository
Contact:
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
713-348-2586
woodson@rice.edu
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
713-348-2586
woodson@rice.edu