Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863 to Mary Magie

GLC05241.11

A larger version of this object is available to teachers and students for free. Others can subscribe for $25/year.

Larger images are also available to schools and libraries via subscription to American History, 1493-1943. Check to see if your school or library already has a subscription or click here for more information.

GLC#
GLC05241.11-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
February 10, 1863
Author/Creator
Magie, James K., fl. 1862-1863
Title
to Mary Magie
Place Written
Nashville, Tennessee
Pagination
2 p. :
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Written three miles from Nashville on the Franklin Pike. Writes that the regiment is on its way to Franklin. Describes the vast destruction of local property: "There are the ruins of several magnificent places between here and Nashville. The soldiers have stripped down the fences, cut down beautiful shade trees, and in some places commenced on the houses for fuel. Residences worth two years ago $100,000 are not now worth $2,000."

Citation Guidelines for Online Resources