Stephen Elliott Barnwell letters, 1857-1869
File — Box: 3, Folder: 9
Scope and Contents
One letter (1857) from Stephen to his mother includes a note by Edward Barnwell. Letter (1863) from Camp Beaufort details military engagements and express Barnwell's wish to become an officer. A letter from James Island (1865) refers to talk about the fall of the Confederacy and a later letter of that year details Barnwell's escape from Union troops who captured Jefferson Davis, whose entourage included Barnwell. The final letter (1869) details his life at Annandale, North Santee.
Dates
- Creation: 1840s-1882
Creator
- From the Collection: Barnwell family (Family)
Language of Material
From the Collection:
Materials predominantly in English; one letter in French; one letter in German
Access Restrictions
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.6 linear feet (4 document boxes)
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)
Special Collections
College of Charleston Libraries
66 George Street
Charleston South Carolina 29424
(843) 953-8016
(843) 953-6319 (Fax)