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Albert O. Brown letters
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: Albert O. Brown letters | |
| Creator: Brown, Albert O., 1847-1865 | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1864 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 1 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms3895 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
Albert O. Brown enlisted as a private in the First Regiment of Georgia State Troops, or the Georgia State Line, on Christmas Day 1863, at Allatoona, Georgia, in the command of Colonel E. N. Galt. The primary function of the troops was to guard bridges, railroads, and military depots. They participated in the Battle of Atlanta as combat troops.
Scope and Content
The collection consists of letters between Albert O. Brown and his family in Williamson, South Carolina in the midst of the Atlanta Campaign.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
Albert O. Brown letters, ms 3895, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2014.