2005.36.377: Pierce M.B. Young to Caroline Young, 1860

Dublin Core

Title

2005.36.377: Pierce M.B. Young to Caroline Young, 1860

Subject

1860; West Point NY; Father (R.M. Young); Sister (Louisa Young); General Scott; Prince of Wales; Ceremony; Dignitaries; Joining Confederacy; Family Affairs

Description

Pierce described the pomp and circumstance surrounding the visit to West Point by the Prince of Wales. Pierce expressed his displeasure about the fuss the Yankees made over dignitaries and his readiness to join the Southern Confederacy. He mentioned receipt of a letter from Louisa and a wish that he could forget that "infernal marriage." 4 handwritten pages.

Creator

Pierce M.B. Young

Source

P.M.B. Collection, Bartow History Museum

Publisher

Bartow History Museum
Auburn University

Date

1860 October 20

Contributor

Shari L. Williams
Auburn University

Rights

Bartow History Museum

Format

JPEG

Language

English

Type

Manuscript