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Letterpress book, 1863-1864

 Item — Box: 1, Item: 7

Scope and Contents

Leather-bound letterpress book containing Civil War communications of Whipple, 1863-1864. A number of communications convey military orders from the Headquarters of the Department of the Cumberland, including orders related to the battle of Missionary Ridge. One letter suspends the death sentence imposed upon a soldier.

Dates

  • 1863-1864

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 box (.5 cu. ft.)

General

Leather-bound letterpress book containing Civil War communications of Whipple, 1863-1864. A number of communications convey military orders from the Headquarters of the Department of the Cumberland, including orders related to the battle of Missionary Ridge. One letter suspends the death sentence imposed upon a soldier.

Repository Details

Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository

Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451