Alfred Wornall Diary 1 Jan 1862-31 Dec 1862.

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Alfred Wornall Diary 1 Jan 1862-31 Dec 1862.

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Personal diary of Worrnall, one of Morgan's Confederate Raiders from Paris, KY. Accompanied by a typed transcript and other photocopied documents related to General Morgan's activities. On 9 Sept. 1862, Wornall joined the 8th Kentucky Cavalry, C.S.A. and participated in various raids including the famous "Christmas Raid." With dated daily entries, the diary describes Wornall's day to day activities prior to and after his enlistment, such as: his horse breeding business, socializing with local girls, hiring out a slave, travel, and taking prisoners. Of particular interst is his relationship with "Miss Mag Hamilton," whom he pines for throughout the diary. It is possible that Mag penned several entries, which are inconsistent with Wornall's typical handwriting and style.

380 p.

The Filson Historical Society

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Confederate States of America. Army. Morgan's Cavalry Division

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Confederate States of America. Army. Kentucky Cavalry Regiment, 8th.

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Morgan, John Hunt, 1825-1864

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Confederate cavalry raider and brigadier general of Kentucky. From the description of John Hunt Morgan papers, 1840-1870; 1890 [manuscript]. WorldCat record id: 25166317 John Hunt Morgan was a veteran of the Mexican War and known for his guerrilla activities for the Confederates during the Civil War. From the description of Broadside, 1868 April 15. (Filson Historical Society, The). WorldCat record id: 49348053 Confederate cavalry officer. Fr...

Wornall, Alfred G., 1836-1908.

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