Letter, dated 14 November 1861, to Amarila Lemons.

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Letter, dated 14 November 1861, to Amarila Lemons.

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Describes his life as a soldier, praises Gen. Gideon J Pillow, and discusses treatment of prisoners.

1 item ; 30 x 19 cm.

University of Tennessee, John C. Hodges Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7771818

University of Tennessee, John C. Hodges Library

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Confederate States of America. Army. Tennessee Infantry Regiment, 6th.

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Pillow, Gideon Johnson, 1806-1878

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Gideon Johnson Pillow (1806-1878) was born in Williamson County, Tennessee. He practiced law with James Knox Polk (1795-1849), the 11th presdient of the United States. Pillow was appointed Brigadier General of the U.S. Volunteers in 1846 and later promoted to Major General because of his friendship with President Polk. He served during the Mexican War (1846-1848) and fought during the battles of Vera Cruz, Cerro Gordo, Contreras, and Chapultepec. He was appointed Senior Major General of the Prov...

Lacy, William R.

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William R. Lacy was a lieutenant in the 6th Tennessee Infantry Regiment. From the description of Letter, dated 14 November 1861, to Amarila Lemons. (University of Tennessee). WorldCat record id: 58809810 ...