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to James Longstreet

To James Longstreet, ordering preparations to engage Union army when it crosses the Rappahannock, noting strategy of mobility to counter the union's greater numbers: "It is also reported that it is Genl. Hooker's intention to cross the river &...

GLC09249

to Flora Cooke Stuart

Stuart, commander of a cavalry division in the Army of Northern Virginia, writes to his wife. Mentions General John Bell Hood. Expresses confidence that General Lee (possibly Robert E. Lee) has recommended him (Stuart) for the position of...

GLC02334.01

to Joseph E. Johnston re: defense of Richmond, troop positions, etc.

Written as commander in chief of the Army of Northern Virginia.

GLC02348

[Parole pass of A. J. Brane]

Document reads in full: "This is to certify that A. J. Brane of Rockingham County, and State of N. C. a Private of the Army of Northern Virginia, has this day given his parole in accordance with the terms agreed upon by Lieutenant General U. S. GRANT...

GLC02385.01

[Account of Army of Northern Virginia cavalry operations]

"…praise to the valor, endurance & patriotism of the noble band of troopers I had the honor to Comd. … they at least did their whole duty in the unsuccessful struggle in which we were engaged."
Opening with the Wilderness and Spotsylvania battles...

GLC09392