Bope, Conrad, 1839-1917 to John Bope Sr.
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.03.13 Author/Creator: Bope, Conrad, 1839-1917 Place Written: Chattanooga, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 October 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 24.7 cm, Width: 19.8 cm Order a Copy
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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