Manuscript Database

Creator/Title

Allen, A.W. Letters, 1862. 3 items.

Call No.

Mss. C A

Content

Two letters, 14 and 15 June, written by Allen of the 26th Brigade, USA, recount marching from Lexington, Ky. to Clairborne Co. Tn. including how many miles to each stop along the way; describe chasing and skirmishing with Rebel cavalry in the Cumberland Mountains; and note the regimental makeup and weapons of the Brigade.

Subject Heading

Kentucky - History - Civil War, 1861-1865