Bope, Conrad, 1839-1917 to John Bope Sr.

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GLC#
GLC03523.03.13-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
October 2, 1863
Author/Creator
Bope, Conrad, 1839-1917
Title
to John Bope Sr.
Place Written
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Pagination
4 p. : envelope Height: 24.7 cm, Width: 19.8 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Bope writes to his father from a camp outside Chattanooga after a fierce battle with Confederate General Braxton Bragg and his troops for control of Chattanooga. Praises the bravery of the Union soldiers despite being outnumbered. Describes the battle in detail. Discusses the upcoming election in Ohio.

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