Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Home life; Winchester, 2nd Battle of, Winchester, Va., 1863; African American domestics--Indiana--Rensselaer
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, writing that she read of Milroy's retreat from Winchester and precarious situation in Harpers Ferry. She is anxious to hear of his safety. Ben has hired out with a neighbor for the year.
A copy of correspondence between Matias Romero and Milroy. Milroy inquires about the possibility of union troops helping Mexico stave off European invaders.
A draft of a letter sent to Adjutant General's office, summarizing Milroy's military career and asking for reinstatement of duties. Accompanying this letter is a letter from Major Gordon, also outlining his military efforts during the war.
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Jasper (Horse); Ambition; Murfreesboro, Battle of, Murfreesboro, Tenn., 1864; United States Military Academy
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, detailing the events leading up and through the battle of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He also relates his life's ambitions toward the end of the letter.
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, writing that their new buggy will be finished in a couple of weeks. Val took Mary, Walter and Mary's step-mother for a buggy ride. Val and Walter are going to singing school.
Letters; Jasper (Horse); United States Military Academy
A letter to Milroy's wife, Mary, writing of his situation at Tullahoma. Brig. Gen. Paine is serving under him and Milroy offers his opinion of Paine and a bit about the man.
A letter to Major Polk, passing on a request from local merchants in Tullahoma, that they be allowed to continue selling goods. The privilege was recently revoked for towns south of Nashville, but these are loyal citizens and therefore the...
Letters; Milroy family--Correspondence; Real property--Ownership; Presidents--Election
A letter from Milroy's wife, Mary, asking his advice on selling a piece of property. The current tenants are using the house for kindling, so it would be better to sell it now. "Copperheads" are convincing returning soldiers that Lincoln is to...