Brightman, John Claver, papers, 1859-1865.

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Brightman, John Claver, papers, 1859-1865.

Typescript of a biography of John Claver Brightman (1819-1867), physician and Confederate soldier, and of his letters written to his mother and other relatives (1859-1865). Papers relate to movements of his military unit, family affairs, strategy used by Confederate leaders, Confederate money, army life, food, and conditions of the country passed through by the Confederate Army.

19 leaves.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7401179

University of Texas Libraries

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