Civil War Letter

The image displays a handwritten letter dated March 27th, 1864, from Louisville, Kentucky, addressed to "My Dear Little Boy." The letter is written on two pages of old, yellowed paper with cursive handwriting. The writer expresses concern about whether the boy says his prayers every night, mentioning the importance of him being a good boy. The letter also touches on themes of affection and guidance, as the writer mentions staying with a friend who has a little boy, comparing him to their own. The writer's signature at the end reads "Penfield B. Day," and the script is neat but slightly faded with age, giving it a historical and personal touch.

The image displays a handwritten letter dated March 27th, 1864, from Louisville, Kentucky, addressed to "My Dear Little Boy." The letter is written on two pages of old, yellowed paper with cursive handwriting. The writer expresses concern about whether the boy says his prayers every night, mentioning the importance of him being a good boy. The letter also touches on themes of affection and guidance, as the writer mentions staying with a friend who has a little boy, comparing him to their own. The writer's signature at the end reads "Penfield B. Day," and the script is neat but slightly faded with age, giving it a historical and personal touch.

Name/Title

Civil War Letter

Entry/Object ID

2002.105.015

Description

Civil War letter from Russell B Day to his son dated March 27, 1864.

Subject Person/Organization

Russell Bigelow Day

Subject Place

City

Louisville

State/Province

Kentucky

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

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