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Joseph Wheeler letter to William Joseph Hardee
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Joseph Wheeler letter to William Joseph Hardee | |
| Creator: Wheeler, Joseph, 1836-1906 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1864 November 22 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms2243 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Joseph Wheeler (1836-1906) served as the commander of cavalry for the Confederate Army of Tennessee during the Civil War, then went on to a career as a member of Congress from Alabama before returning to the military during the Spanish-American War. For further information, see the article "Joseph Wheeler" at Encyclopedia of Alabama.
William J. Hardee (1815-1873) was a lieutenant general in the Confederate army, defending Savannah, Georgia during Gen. Sherman's campaign across Georgia. After the war Hardee moved to Selma, Alabama, where he worked in the warehouse and insurance businesses. He eventually became president of the Selma and Meridian Railroad.
For more information see the article William J. Hardee at the New Georgia Encyclopedia.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of one letter: dated Griswoldville, November 22, 1864, to "Lt. General W.J. Hardee," signed "Joseph Wheeler, Major General," regarding Wheeler's proposed troop movement toward the Oconee Bridge due to enemy occupation of all roads to Milledgeville, Georgia.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Joseph Wheeler letter to William Joseph Hardee, ms2243, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2017.
General Notes
This collection has been digitized and is available online as part of America's Turning Point: Documenting the Civil War Experience in Georgia.