Papers, 1875-1915.

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Papers, 1875-1915.

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Miscellaneous papers of John S. Russell, lieutenant in John Singleton Mosby's 43rd Battalion of Virginia Cavalry (Partisan Rangers), including letters from Mosby containing reminiscences of the war years, with references to Robert E. Lee and J.E.B. Stuart, and to Mosby's writings; letters from Marshal McCormick, attorney, concerning the trial, conviction, and subsequent pardon of Frank C. Russell, John's son, for horse theft; and tax receipts and other financial papers.

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Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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Duke University Libraries, Duke University Library; Perkins Library

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Confederate Army officer, from Winchester (Frederick Co.), Va. From the description of Papers, 1875-1915. (Duke University Library). WorldCat record id: 154270907 ...

Russell, Frank C.

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McCormick, Marshall,

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