Jackson family papers, 1861-1865.

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Jackson family papers, 1861-1865.

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The collection consists of papers of the Jackson family from 1861-1865. The papers consist of correspondence from several members of the Jackson family who served in Georgia Confederate units during the Civil War. Letters from Dr. John F. Jackson (a surgeon in the 8th Georgia Infantry Regiment) describe the battles and aftermath at 2nd Bull Run and Fredericksburg; Thomas G. Jackson (of the Peyton Artillery) writes in 1861 from Yorktown (Va.) and discusses the actions of General John Magruder; D.R. Mitchell of Rome (Ga.) writes to Henry Rootes Jackson (Oct. 1863) regarding the fortification of Rome; and Joseph Jackson writes from Richmond (1865) regarding the distribution of money when Richmond was evacuated.

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Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Mitchell, D. L.

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Jackson, John

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The Savannah Ordnance Depot, Savannah, Georgia, was organized as a field depot during the Civil War. In April 1864, it became the Savannah Arsenal under the supervision of the Chief of Ordnance. From the description of Savannah Ordnance Depot employment roll, 1864. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38477938 The Confederate States of America Army may have created the position of Purchasing Commissary of Subsistence to oversee the distribution of food and other supplies to the Co...

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Jackson, Henry R. (Henry Rootes), 1820-1898

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Jackson, Thomas G.

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