Letter from Eugene F. Cordell to Christine Amelia Cordell Harding on July 17, 1860
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In this letter Eugene F. Cordell writes to his sister, Christine "Tina" Harding. He describes life in school and the things he is studying. An attached letter to "Brudge" discusses the upcoming 1860 election.Series/Report No.
Cordell Civil War LettersRights/Terms
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American Civil WarHarding, Christine Cordell
Cordell family
Cordell, Eugene Fauntleroy, 1843-1913
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Personal narratives, Confederate
Confederate States of America. Army
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Correspondence
Confederate States of America. Army--Correspondence
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865
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