Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865 Dear Brother

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GLC#
GLC03523.39.03-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
December 24, 1861
Author/Creator
Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865
Title
Dear Brother
Place Written
Helena Arkansas
Pagination
4p. : Height: 19.6 cm, Width: 24.6 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Bradbury describes the weather and the food rations in camp, as well as the soldiers' contruction of log huts. He mentions the movements of troops, and expresses frustration with generals who only aim to "line their pockets," rather than win the war speedily.

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