Letter from Emma A. Shoolbred to Col. Cathey, March 30th 1863 (Page 1 of 2)

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Provider: Hunter Library at Western Carolina University
Date created: March 30, 1863
License: This work is believed to be in the public domain. Users are advised to make their own copyright assessment and to understand their rights to fair use.
Source: Original image housed by Hunter Library at Western Carolina University

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North Carolina in the Civil War and Reconstruction: Primary sources and readings explore North Carolina during the Civil War and Reconstruction (1860–1876). Topics include debates over secession, battles and strategies, the war in North Carolina, the soldier's experience, the home front, freedom and civil rights for former slaves, Reconstruction, and the "redemption" of the state by conservatives. (Page 6.6)

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This is a letter written by Emma A. Shoolbred to Colonel Cathey in March of 1863. She is asking him for an ox and corn since her ox ran away and food is scarce.

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