4. Edward Barnwell (1832-1908) correspondence, 1855-1872
File — Box: 3, Folder: 7
Scope and Contents
Barnwell's letters describe buying a horse, mention Thackeray's lecture in Charleston (1856) and detail events on his trip to Europe, where he is seeking purchasers for sea-island cotton in France. He sees Napoleon III (1857), describes the cuisine, the beauty of the women there, etc. and then goes to Venice. A letter (circa 1861) refers to the military duties of his friends and a letter (1872) notes the loss of his hair and his contemplation on wearing a wig.
Dates
- Creation: 1855-1872
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)