Bonham, Milledge L. (1813-1890) to Francis W. Pickens
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02459.04 Author/Creator: Bonham, Milledge L. (1813-1890) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: June 1861 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 22.5 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy
States officers "just from Richmond" related news that an approaching South Carolina regiment will be sent to the York River, Virginia. Hopes that South Carolina Governor Pickens may prevent this; writes to notify Pickens in the absence of Confederate General P.T. Beauregard. Differentiates between the South Carolina regiment and "our" men, from the "upcountry"; "they can stand that climate better than others." Describes a recent battle between his "advanced pickets" and "the enemy" which produced three enemy casualties. Among his troops, one soldier was killed and another wounded. Date previously inferred; written on document in pencil after creation date.
Bonham fought in the 1836 Seminole uprising, the Mexican, and Civil Wars. He served in the South Carolina State House of Representatives as well as in the Federal Congress before being appointed major general and commander of the South Carolina army. In 1862, Bonham resigned his commission and briefly served in the First Regular Confederate Congress, then as South Carolina governor before again joining the military. Bonham is known for his service during the final weeks of General Joseph E. Johnston's (1843-1913) campaign in the Carolinas.
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