Francis M. Parker papers, 1861-1949.

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Francis M. Parker papers, 1861-1949.

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The collection consists of papers of Francis M. Parker and his family, emphasizing Parker's service in the 30th North Carolina Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. The collection includes a handwritten copy of a 1861 letter from Parker to his wife about taking care of the couple's farm and several biographical essays discussing Parker's war service, especially in the battles of Sharpsburg, Chancellorsville, and Spotsylvania. Also included are a few items relating to Parker's children and grandchildren, including several items about the family's survival during Reconstruction; an essay about the Parkers' 1851 wedding; two photographs of Parker in uniform; and other items.

16 items (0.5 linear ft.)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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SNAC Resource ID: 7414799

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Confederate states of America. Army

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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...

Confederate States of America. Army. North Carolina Infantry Regiment, 30th

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Parker, Francis M. (Francis Marion), 1827-1905

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Francis Marion Parker was born in Tarboro, N.C., in 1827. He was educated in schools in Greensboro and Raleigh, N.C., and then farmed in eastern North Carolina. In 1861, Parker was elected colonel of the 30th North Carolina Infantry Regiment. He served in this position until wounded in May 1864. Parker saw action in several battles, including the Battles of Sharpsburg, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and Spotsylvania. After the war, Parker continued to manage his plantation until his death in 1905...