Webster Teachout Letter : January 4, 1865

This is a letter from Webster Teachout, a Union soldier, to his father. Teachout describes a long raid his unit went on, destorying supplies and means of transportation for the "rebels." During this raid, most of his personal effects were stolen. Also, he mentions fighting at Arlington, Bristol, and Marion.

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In Collections: Webster Teachout Papers (c.00150)

Copyright Status: No Copyright

Date Created: 1865-01-04

Authors: Teachout, Webster

Subjects: American Civil War (United States : 1861-1865)More info
Destruction and pillageMore info
PropertyMore info
TheftMore info
LandscapesMore info
Weather
Equipment and supplies
Well-being
United States. Army. Michigan Cavalry Regiment, 11th (1863-1865)
Military camps
Armed Forces--Military life
Railroads
Death--Social aspects
Food--Social aspects

Material Type: Correspondence

Language: English

Extent: 4 pages

Holding Institution: Michigan State University. Archives and Historical Collections

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