Item Identifier Number
ms236_1_14_13
Creation Date
8-7-1862
Collection
MS-236: Patterson Family Papers
Disciplines
Arts and Humanities | History | Military History | United States History
Keywords
ms236_1_14_13; Patterson, Robert, 1833-1901; Civil War; United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865; Letters; Harrison, J. F.
Description
Robert Patterson wrote this letter to Colonel J. F. Harrison from Army headquarters in Sperryville, Virginia on August 7, 1862. In the letter he complains about Colonel Schliech and his method of appointing officers based on personal acquaintance and friendship rather than competence, and says he will probably not receive one under the Colonel's command. Robert also talks disparagingly about the way the North handles the Volunteer Service system. Lastly, he says they will be marching to Madison soon.
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Publisher Repository
Special Collections and Archives; Wright State University Libraries
Digital Publisher
Digital Services Department; Wright State University Libraries
Document Type
Book
Digitization Specifications
Epson Expression 10000 XL
