Joseph Skipworth papers, 1861-1865.

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Joseph Skipworth papers, 1861-1865.

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This collection consists of correspondence from Skipworth to his wife Mary Ann in Fredonia, IL relating to his daily activities during the war. Of note is his discussion of the Siege of Vicksburg, the Atlanta Campaign, the Siege of Corinth, the Battle of Fort Donelson, and John Alexander Logan. This is collection also includes photographs and a lock of hair.

1.00 boxes (.25 linear feet).

Southern Illinois University, Morris Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7158610

Southern Illinois University, Morris Library

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Logan, John Alexander, 1826-1886

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John A. Logan was born near what is now Murphysboro, Jackson County, Illinois, the son of Dr. John Logan and Dr. Logan's second wife, Elizabeth (Jenkins) Logan. He studied with his father and with a private tutor, then studied for three years at Shiloh College. He enlisted in the 1st Illinois Infantry for the Mexican–American War, and received a commission as a second lieutenant and assignment as the regimental quartermaster. After the war Logan studied law in the office of his uncle, Alexand...

Skipworth, Joseph

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Joseph Skipworth served in the Civil War as a soldier in the 31st Illinois Volunteer Infantry. From the description of Joseph Skipworth papers, 1861-1865. (Southern Illinois University). WorldCat record id: 262623988 ...

Skipworth, Mary

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United States. Army. Illinois Infantry Regiment, 31st (1861-1965).

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