Blanchard, Ira, 1835-? to Mary (Wright) Kellogg

Images of this object are available online to Collection subscribers.

GLC03523.31.11
GLC#
GLC03523.31.11-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
December 25, 1861
Author/Creator
Blanchard, Ira, 1835-?
Title
to Mary (Wright) Kellogg
Place Written
Peoria, Illinois
Pagination
6 p. : Height: 19.6 cm, Width: 25.1 cm
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Blanchard writes to Mary Wright from Camp Lyon in Illinois. Apologizes for using the word "love" in his letters to her. Responds to her inquiry about the hospital in Cairo, Illinois. Expresses doubt that the rumors of poor treatment for the soldiers are true, even though he has never been there. Says he is sending her a box of products from the south. Mentions that most of the officers have their ladies with them. Letter is very faded and illegible in sections.

Citation Guidelines for Online Resources

For reproductions and permissions, please visit our Rights and Reproductions Page.