A. Achen letter

Descriptive Summary

Title: A. Achen letter,
Dates: 1863
Identifier: 1954.0003
Creator: Achen, A.
Creator: Thomas, Lorenzo,1804-1875, recipient
Size: 2 items (6 p.)
Language: Material is in German.

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Acquisition Information

Wiley, C.F. 1954/02/12 M1954.0003 Gift.

Custodial History

Gift of C.F. Wiley, 1954.

Scope and Content

Achen, an Ohio regimental surgeon at the Union lines before Vicksburg, describes recent events of the siege, such as Union naval attempts to break the Mississippi blockade, a speech by General Thomas on abolition, and the formation of African American regiments. On verso is a map in pencil of Vicksburg and vicinity, with various fortifications and encampments indicated. Also includes undated transcription.

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