This letter, penned by William Washington Knight on August 10, 1863, and addressed to his wife, Carol Knight, reveals a sense of discontent and disillusionment. Written during the Civil War, the letter captures William's ...

December 1, 1861, Darien, Georgia: William W. Knight writes to his wife, Mary Knight, informing her of his recent receipt of her letter and expressing relief that she and the children are well. He notes the presence of ...

The letter serves as a firsthand account of various aspects of the Siege of Jackson, including troop movements, casualties, and encounters with enemy forces. It also mentions the execution of Elbert J. Chapman for desertion ...

October 22, 1861, Camp Spaulding, Sapelo Island: W. W. Knight writes to his wife about his current health, noting a minor bowel complaint but is otherwise well. He updates her on the health of their father, who has been ...

In this letter dated February 25, 1863, William Knight, writing from Camp Young, discusses the safe arrival of a box and notes received from his wife and father-in-law. He expresses relief that his wife has recovered from ...

Dated June 3, 1863, from a Camp Near Yazoo City, Mississippi, this letter by W. W. Knight to his wife Mary provides vivid insights into their conditions. The author praises the picturesque campsite by a creek with clear ...

In the letter dated March 21st, 1863, from Camp Young, William W. Knight writes to his wife Mary. He expresses surprise at receiving undated letters, wondering if people in her area have forgotten how to keep track of ...

In this letter dated May 28, 1863, from Deasonville, Mississippi, W. W. Knight writes to his wife, Mary, detailing their well-being and the health of others in their company. He highlights the challenges of the environment, ...

In this letter dated October 20, 1863, William Washington Knight writes to his wife, Carrol Knight, from a camp near Chattanooga, Tennessee. He describes the isolation of their location, being about twelve miles from the ...

In this Civil War letter dated September 2, 1862, William W. Knight writes from a camp near Savannah to his wife, Mary Knight. He shares that he is feeling better after being sick since returning to camp, and he's been ...