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Letter. Rufus A. Barrier, [illeg.], to Mathias Barrier, Mt. Pleasant, North Carolina, 1864 December 8

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 109
Identifier: MSN/CW 5057-109

Scope and Contents

Barrier writes his father to let him know that all is well since his father's visit. Last week, he says, the regiment received orders to be ready to march on Saturday, destination unknown. On Saturday they discovered they'd be marching to the front up the Darbytown Road. Their reconnaissance met with some resistance and a skirmish ensued.

Dates

  • Creation: 1864 December 8

Conditions Governing Access

Persons interested in consulting this collection should contact the curator for Americana in Rare Books and Special Collections.

Language of Materials

English

Physical Description

ALS, 2 pages on 1 sheet, w/envelope. Envelope franked with CS 11 or 12.

Repository Details

Part of the University of Notre Dame Rare Books & Special Collections Repository

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