Hallidy, Adam, M., fl. 1862-1865 to Margaret McClelland

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GLC#
GLC05522.03-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
31 July 1863
Author/Creator
Hallidy, Adam, M., fl. 1862-1865
Title
to Margaret McClelland
Place Written
Washington, District of Columbia
Pagination
4 p. : Height: 24.7 cm, Width: 19.6 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Discusses the significance of their correspondence. Describes his daily activities. Reports accompanying rioters from the New York Draft Riots to the old capitol prison to await court martial. Writes that after they see their new quarters, the prisoners won't be so quick to riot in the near future. Adds that the draft ends in Washington tomorrow and there will be much rejoicing. Addressed to "Maggie." Written from the Cliffburn Barracks.

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