Civil War Letter

This image shows a handwritten letter composed in cursive script on yellowed paper, suggesting an older document. The letter is addressed to “Brother Wilson” and appears to be dated March 7th, 1864, written from “Camp Dennison.” The writer expresses gratitude and hope for wellness, mentioning an attempt to fulfill a promise of writing. There is a sense of humility, as the author describes themselves as a "great sinner," yet feels they cannot deny their own feelings of gratitude. The letter also requests to be remembered to mutual friends and reflects on their kindness. The handwriting is neat yet slightly difficult to read due to cursive style and age of the paper.

This image shows a handwritten letter composed in cursive script on yellowed paper, suggesting an older document. The letter is addressed to “Brother Wilson” and appears to be dated March 7th, 1864, written from “Camp Dennison.” The writer expresses gratitude and hope for wellness, mentioning an attempt to fulfill a promise of writing. There is a sense of humility, as the author describes themselves as a "great sinner," yet feels they cannot deny their own feelings of gratitude. The letter also requests to be remembered to mutual friends and reflects on their kindness. The handwriting is neat yet slightly difficult to read due to cursive style and age of the paper.

Name/Title

Civil War Letter

Entry/Object ID

2002.105.023

Description

Civil War letter from Russell B Day to his brother Wilson dated March 19, 1964

Subject Person/Organization

Russell Bigelow Day

Collection

Civil War

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Letter

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Correspondence

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Other Documents

Nomenclature Class

Documentary Objects

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects