A short note to Milroy's wife, Mary, letting her know of his safety after recent fighting. He lost a couple of his personal horses and lots fo men in the battle.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Home life; Domestics--Indiana--Rensselaer
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, writing of the children. The servant girl has left, leaving Mary without help. She and the children are excited about the possibility of going to see Milroy in the field.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Emancipation Proclamation; United States. Army--Drill and tactics
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, describing his movements through the western Virginia mountains from late November until early January. He describes a few skirmishes they have along the way. He also makes reference to the Emancipation...
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Oaths--United States; United States. Army--Drill and tactics; Emancipation Proclamation; Milroy, Mary--Travel preparations
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, writing that "My will is absolute law" in Winchester. People needing supplies from Baltimore ask for passes and are denied unless they take the oath. He writes about the Emancipation Proclamation, and the local...
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Military promotions; United States. Army--Appointments and retirements--1863; Milroy, Mary--Travel preparations
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, offering what advice he can regarding the possibility of her traveling out to see him. He writes of his chances for getting promoted to Major General.
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, describing recent dealings with rebel guerrillas, the capture of two and their attempted hanging. He writes of the children's recent letters and financial matters.
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, updating him on life at home. Her servant ran off. Mary is apparently making travel preparations to go to Tennessee to see Milroy. She was supposed to testify at Tatman's trial, but was told she would not have...
A letter from Milroy's daughter, Ella, letting him know that Brucey fell off the roof and broke his collarbone. Also includes a brief letter from Mary letting Milroy know that Cicero was arrested for stealing letters from the Post Office.
