Box 2
Contains 102 Results:
Elvira E. Pugh to Isaac C. Pugh, Decatur, Illinois. Content includes news from home and Elvira's concern over Pugh's absence. Letter written to Pugh during his participation in the Mexican-American War; addressed to Capt. I.C. Pugh, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, 1846 July 18
This sub-series contains correspondence from Elvira E. Pugh to her husband Isaac C. Pugh in 1846.
Elvira E. Pugh to Isaac C. Pugh, Decatur, Illinois. Letter asking Pugh to return home from the Mexican-American War; addressed to Capt. I.C. Pugh, 4th Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, Army of Occupation, RS (?) Isabel, Rio Grande, 1846 October 12
This sub-series contains correspondence from Elvira E. Pugh to her husband Isaac C. Pugh in 1846.
Isaac C. Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh, Washington City D.C. Content includes description of Pugh's railroad journey to the capital and speculations regarding the impending congressional vote on the Lecompton Constitution. Letter's year established from reference to the constitution, 1858 February 19
This sub-series contains a letter written by Isaac C. Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh from Washington, D.C.
L.B. Zaring (?) to a "Dear friend" (probably one of Pugh's sons), Beards Station, Oldham County, Kentucky. Letter informing recipient that Zaring has voluntarily enlisted in the army, 1861 December 15(?)
This sub-series is primarily composed of letters written by Isaac C. Pugh and Elvira E. Pugh. Other correspondents include Almira Pugh, B.G. (Bartly) Pugh, and I.R. (Rinaldo) Pugh. Letters discuss life on the home front, financial affairs of the Pugh family, and the activities of the Union military.
Isaac C. Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh, Head Quarters, 41st Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, Camp near Memphis, Tennessee. Content includes news that Rinaldo was mustered into the army and Pugh's uncertainty regarding a personal leave of absence, 1862 August 22
This sub-series is primarily composed of letters written by Isaac C. Pugh and I.R. (Rinaldo) Pugh. Other correspondents include Elvira Pugh, B.G. (Bartly) Pugh, and J.H. (John Henry) Pugh. Letters detail aspects of military life, including operations, troop movements, and changes in command as they occur. Pertinent content includes an account of the battles of Forts Henry and Donelson, and the battle of Shiloh (Pittsburg Landing).
Isaac C. Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh, Head Quarters, 41st Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, Camp near Memphis, Tennessee. Content includes news about Rinaldo's military prospects and instructions regarding the family farm, 1862 August 29
This sub-series is primarily composed of letters written by Isaac C. Pugh and I.R. (Rinaldo) Pugh. Other correspondents include Elvira Pugh, B.G. (Bartly) Pugh, and J.H. (John Henry) Pugh. Letters detail aspects of military life, including operations, troop movements, and changes in command as they occur. Pertinent content includes an account of the battles of Forts Henry and Donelson, and the battle of Shiloh (Pittsburg Landing).
Rinaldo Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh, Head Quarters, 41st Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, Camp near Memphis, Tennessee. Letter detailing Pugh's enthusiasm for the soldiering life. Content includes a vivid description of the area and people around Memphis, 1862 September 1
This sub-series is primarily composed of letters written by Isaac C. Pugh and I.R. (Rinaldo) Pugh. Other correspondents include Elvira Pugh, B.G. (Bartly) Pugh, and J.H. (John Henry) Pugh. Letters detail aspects of military life, including operations, troop movements, and changes in command as they occur. Pertinent content includes an account of the battles of Forts Henry and Donelson, and the battle of Shiloh (Pittsburg Landing).
Isaac C. Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh, Head Quarters, 41st Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, Camp near Memphis, Tennessee. Content relays Pugh's desire to accompany southern blacks to the North, and news of the "good name" given to his regiment by the citizens of Memphis. Post-script notifying Elvira of Major General Pope's success at the Second Battle of Bull Run (Second Manassas), 1862 September 2
This sub-series is primarily composed of letters written by Isaac C. Pugh and I.R. (Rinaldo) Pugh. Other correspondents include Elvira Pugh, B.G. (Bartly) Pugh, and J.H. (John Henry) Pugh. Letters detail aspects of military life, including operations, troop movements, and changes in command as they occur. Pertinent content includes an account of the battles of Forts Henry and Donelson, and the battle of Shiloh (Pittsburg Landing).
Isaac C. Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh, Head Quarters, 41st Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, Camp in the field near Memphis, Tennessee. Letter relaying the imminent relocation of Pugh's troops toward the vicinity of Confederate Generals Jackson and Buckner (Simon Bolivar), 1862 September 5
This sub-series is primarily composed of letters written by Isaac C. Pugh and I.R. (Rinaldo) Pugh. Other correspondents include Elvira Pugh, B.G. (Bartly) Pugh, and J.H. (John Henry) Pugh. Letters detail aspects of military life, including operations, troop movements, and changes in command as they occur. Pertinent content includes an account of the battles of Forts Henry and Donelson, and the battle of Shiloh (Pittsburg Landing).
Isaac C. Pugh to Elvira E. Pugh, Head Quarters, 41st Regiment, Illinois Volunteers, Camp near Rolla, Tennessee. Content includes commentary on the need for military morality, 1862 September 17
This sub-series is primarily composed of letters written by Isaac C. Pugh and I.R. (Rinaldo) Pugh. Other correspondents include Elvira Pugh, B.G. (Bartly) Pugh, and J.H. (John Henry) Pugh. Letters detail aspects of military life, including operations, troop movements, and changes in command as they occur. Pertinent content includes an account of the battles of Forts Henry and Donelson, and the battle of Shiloh (Pittsburg Landing).