Letter from Eugene F. Cordell to his Parents, Levi O. and Christine T. Cordell on December 11, 1861
Abstract
In this letter, Eugene F. Cordell writes to his parents about his change in orders to march to South Carolina instead of Bowling Green, Kentucky. He talks about his financial situation and his lack of appropriate clothing. He describes a court martial over a deserter and the hospitality in the town of Salem.Description
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Cordell Civil War LettersRights/Terms
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American Civil WarCordell, Christine Turner
Cordell, Levi O.
Cordell family
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Correspondence
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Personal narratives, Confederate
Confederate States of America. Army
Confederate States of America. Army--Correspondence
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