Baskin, J. T.

Containers:
Box 1, Folder 1
Scope and content:

J. T. Baskin, a Confederate soldier during the American Civil War, wrote a letter to his sister on October 3, 1861, describing the Yankees advance and how they are much stronger. He talks about marching, and the sickness that has traveled through the camp. He also describes some of his daily experiences such as guard duty. Transcript included.

Alternative form available:

This letter has been digitized and is available online.

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
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560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
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Parent restrictions:
The collection is open for research.
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