Papers, 1857-1929 (bulk 1860-1865)

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Papers, 1857-1929 (bulk 1860-1865)

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The collection consists primarily of correspondence between Kephart and Kidwell family members, mainly Emily Kephart Kidwell Ross, Mary Elizabeth Kephart, Jasper Kidwell, S.N. Kephart, and Mervin Kephart. Much of the correspondence occurs during the Civil War and reveals various opinions on slavery and politics, including the rights of African Americans, secession, states rights, Republican and Democratic parties, the election, the presidency, and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The tensions between pro-slavery and anti-slavery family members is apparent between Emily and her sister Mary Elizabeth. Although letters from Emily to her sister are not in the collection they must have expressed pro-abolition sentiments as Mary Elizabeth's responses are pro-slavery. Letters from other family members both for and against slavery are included. Letters from family members serving in the war mention camp conditions and battles.

1 manuscript box.

Indiana Historical Society Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7968883

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