Manuscript Database

Creator/Title

Dunn family. Papers, 1854-1977. .66 cubic feet.

Call No.

Mss. A D923 2-12

Content

Letters written to and from LL Louis Dunn, 3rd Ky. Cavalry Rgt (USA), describe attitudes and feelings concerning the war, slavery and secession, both pro and con. He had seval relatives and acquaintances living in central Kentucky who were Confederate Sympathizers. Lt Dunn describes several military engagements in Kentucky, including the Battle of Perryville.

Subject Heading

Kentucky - History - Civil War, 1861-1865