3. Robert Woodward Barnwell (1831-1863) correspondence, 1848
File — Box: 2, Folder: 8
Scope and Contents
Letters to family members from Barnwell at South Carolina College in Columbia, South Carolina, describe a visit to the dentist, college life and discipline, new buildings, progression of his studies, a student revolt against an unpopular professor, a military maneuver and mock battle, references to procuring various books, a mention of the Apprentice Library Society in Charleston and many visits to and from Rev. James Henley Thornwell, with analyses of some of his sermons.
Dates
- Creation: 1848
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)