James M. Wysor Letter, 1864, Ms.2013.035

Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech

Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries (0434)
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Hannah Bochain, Student Assistant and Kira A. Dietz, Archivist

Abstract

The collections contains a letter, dated June 15, 1864, from James M. Wysor to his mother. While stationed at Kennesaw Mountain, James Wysor, a soldier in the 54th Virginia Infantry writes about picket and military activities and actions, rations, and deserters.

Administrative Information

Use Restrictions

Permission to publish material from James M. Wysor Letter must be obtained from Special Collections, Virginia Tech.

Access Restrictions

Collection is open for research.

Preferred Citation

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: James M. Wysor Letter Ms2013-035, Special Collections, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Acquisition Information

The collection was purchased by Special Collections in February of 2013.

Processing Information

The processing, arrangement, and description of the James M. Wysor Letter was completed in July 2013.

Biographical Note

James M. Wysor, of Pulaski County, Virginia, enlisted on August 8, 1863 at Belle's Bridge as a private. There he joined the "F" Company of the Virginia 54th Infantry. On March 19, 1865, Wysor was taken prisoner at Bentonville, North Carolina, where he was sent and confined to Point Lookout, Maryland.

Scope and Content

The collections contains a letter, dated June 15, 1864, from James M. Wysor to his mother. While stationed at Kennesaw Mountain,he writes about picket and military activities and actions, rations, and deserters. He discusses the health of an uncle in the army with him, an encounter with old friends on the march, and of cannon fire he hears while writing the letter.