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Preferred Citation

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], 36th Battalion Virginia Cavalryman's Letter, 1864, Ms2023-127, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Source of Acquisition

The 36th Battalion Virginia Cavalryman's Letter was purchased by Special Collections and University Archives on in January 2020.

Processing Information

The processing, arrangement, and description of the 36th Battalion Virginia Cavalryman's Letter was completed in November 2023.

Administrative History

During the American Civil War, the 36th Battalion Virginia Cavalry of the Confederate Army was formed in February 1863 and was comprised initially of four companies, later five. The Battalion was first placed into A. G. Jenkins, W. E. Jones, B. T. Johnson, and Payne's Brigade under W. H. F. Payne. This battalion would go onto fight in Gettysburg, West Virginia, Tennessee, and the Shenandoah Valley. The battalion disbanded while stationed near Appomatax under the command of Major James W. Sweeney.

External Source:

"36th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry", National Park Services' Civil War Databases, https://www.nps.gov/civilwar/search-battle-units-detail.htm?battleUnitCode=CVA0036BC

Scope and Content

This letter is from a Confederate cavalryman of the 36th Battalion Virginia Cavalry of the Confederate Army to a "Miss E" on February 24th, 1864, at the headquarters of the battalion during the American Civil War. The author describes his experience at the battle of Jonesville, which occured from January 2nd to January 3rd, in which the Confederate soldiers were led under the guidance of General William "Grumble" Jones. This battle resulted in the cavalryman receiving a slight wound to his head, and a Confederate victory. He also provides an emotional sentiment as he wishes to be with "Miss E" and he hopes for an end to the war.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• Civil War
• Confederate States of America. Army. Virginia Cavalry Battalion, 36th
• United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865

Rights Statement for Archival Description

The guide to the 36th Battalion Virginia Cavalryman's Letter by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 ( https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/public-domain/cc0/ ).