Letters, 1864 May 18-1865 Apr. 16.

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Letters, 1864 May 18-1865 Apr. 16.

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Transcription of letters written by Robinson to his mother, during the Civil War. From evidence within the letters, Robinson was apparently a resident of Boston, Mass. These letters are informative about the patrols of the U.S. Steamship OSCEOLA on the James River and its battle engagements off the North Carolina coast. Of particular interest are Robinson's accounts of searching for Confederate torpedoes, life aboard the OSCEOLA, and engagements with Confederate calvary and infantry units. A lengthy letter describing the naval aspects of General Benjamin F. Butler's Army-Navy expedition on Ft. Fisher, N.C. and the OSCEOLA's duty during the expedition is included. The letter of Apr. 16, 1865 reflects Robinson's reaction to the news that President Lincoln had been assassinated.

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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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