probably to Jefferson Davis

Dargan, Edmund Strother, 1805-1879 probably to Jefferson Davis

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GLC#
GLC03065
Type
Letters
Date
10 August 1863
Author/Creator
Dargan, Edmund Strother, 1805-1879
Title
probably to Jefferson Davis
Place Written
Mobile, Alabama
Pagination
2 p. : docket ; Height: 25 cm, Width: 20.5 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

States that there is strong public opposition to General John C. Pemberton. Informs Davis that both Pemberton's own troops and the citizens of Alabama and Mississippi have turned against Pemberton, following his recent surrender at Vicksburg. Believes this negative public opposition will decrease his ability to be an effective military commander. Expresses his personal opinion that he believes in Pemberton, but thinks he may have to be replaced to appease public opinion.

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