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 April 2, 1863, written from Camp Young, William W. Knight expresses his sadness that his wife Mary has been ill recently. He blames her constant studying and encourages her to embrace the Christian ...

In this letter dated August 27, 1862, from Causton's Bluff near Savannah, Georgia, William W. Knight writes to his wife Mary. He informs her that he is feeling better and recovering from a severe illness that he believes ...

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 ...

In a Civil War letter dated July 30th, 1862, from the military camp at Caustoun's Bluff, William W. Knight writes to his wife, Mary Knight. He acknowledges receiving her letters and provides news about recent events. There ...

In this Civil War letter dated June 12th, 1862, William W. Knight writes to his wife about receiving her letter and a box of items. He advises against packing vegetables in a way that could cause spoilage. He regrets missing ...

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 ...