Confederate States of America Navy, Savannah River Squadron records, 1862-1865.

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Confederate States of America Navy, Savannah River Squadron records, 1862-1865.

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The collection consists of records of the Savannah River Squadron, Confederate States of America Navy from 1862-1865. The records contain official papers and correspondence concerning the Squadron's vessels plus the ATLANTA, OCONEE, AMAZON, and LEESBURG. Most letters are from Richmond, Virginia, headquarters and are signed by and addressed to various officials, including squadron commanders Richard L. Page, William A. Webb, and Captain William W. Hunter.

.5 linear ft (1 boxes)

Emory University. Special Collections and Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6927075

Emory University. Special Collections and Archives

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