Hamilton-Williams family papers, 1850-1971.

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Hamilton, John Bell, 1807-1887. Hamilton-Williams family papers, 1850-1971.

Hamilton-Williams family papers, 1850-1971.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/27089396

Papers, primarily relating to Civil War service, of John B. Hamilton and his adopted son, Thomas H. Williams. Both men served in the 1st Tennessee Cavalry, CSA. A diary and correspondence describe their experiences in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Mississippi. Most of the letters are to each other or to John B. Hamilton's wife, Sarah Ann Hamilton. Mrs. Hamilton's letters to her husband and son describe the effects of war at home in Columbia, Tennessee. Numerous deeds pertaining to Hamilton and Williams family land are also included.

ca. 500 items.

Tennessee State Library & Archives, TSLA