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to Nancy E. Jones

Marching orders, perhaps to Cincinnati; expenses at home; determination to remain religious while in the army. Written at Camp Terry.

GLC02739.007

to Nancy E. Jones

Dreams about his wife and children; lack of news from home; matters at home; giving away/selling his clothing.

GLC02739.010

to Nancy E. Jones

Lack of arms in "rebel country;" Confederate guerrillas; African Americans in camp ("…it is very wicked the way that the soldiers dos abuse them…"); behavior of fellow soldiers in camp; plans to send a picture after he is outfitted with gun and...

GLC02739.011

to Nancy E. Jones [incomplete]

Volunteering for picket duty; long, hot march through Louisville in which many fell ill.

GLC02739.013

to his sister Nancy E. Jones

Their shared devotion to Christianity. His faith comforts him through the trials of war.

GLC02739.022

to Nancy E. Jones

He received the children's likenesses. She should not write to the captain asking for a furlough. He believes he has fought his last battle; "this armey may have a hard battle yet with brag but I don't expect to be in the engagement."

GLC02739.061

The Soldier's Return.

Miniature pamphlet containing poem "The Nine Months Man." Published: Johnstons Print.

GLC02739.093

to Nancy E. Jones

Mentions that he has atteneded prayer meetings led by Black church members. Refers to the educational disaparity between Black and White children. Writes, "if they had the schooling and chance that we have they could take care of their selves and be...

GLC02739.064

to Nancy Ellen Jones

Jones, a Civil War soldier, replies to a letter from his wife. Expresses joy that Nancy spends time with Brother Millis, possibly a pastor. Traveled the previous day from Bellefont to Stevenson, Alabama. States that divisions led by Generals...

GLC02739.067

to Nancy E. Jones

Expectations of battle; taking Chattanooga with the loss of only one man; close proximity to the Confederates; wounding of Cornelius Hanvy.
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GLC02739.070