McCowen family papers


Descriptive Summary
Title: McCowen family papers
Creator: McCowen family
Inclusive Dates: 1861-1864
Language(s): English
Extent: 1 folder(s)
Collection Number: ms3398
Repository: Hargrett Library

Collection Description

Scope and Content

The collection consists of five letters: one from B.B. McCowen regarding Fort Pickens and the Quitman Guard; one from E.C. Trammell regarding Trammell's health and feelings; one from D.G. McCowen regarding the death of Cicero; one from B.B. McCowen regarding McCowen's desire to be home; one from E.A. Whiteside regarding war news from newspapers, and opinions of General Johnston and General Hood. The collection also includes a poem written by E.A. Whiteside to her husband, and the obituary of Lieutenant B.B. McCowen.