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Guide to the David Ludlow Thompson Papers
1862-1961 (Bulk 1862-1865)
MS 670.24
Descriptive Summary
| Title: |
The David Ludlow Thompson Papers |
| Dates: |
1862-1961 (Bulk 1862-1865) |
| Abstract:
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The David Ludlow Thompson Papers consist primarily of letters Thompson sent to his
mother, Keturah Sayre Thompson, and his friend, Elias A. Fairchild, relating his experiences
in battle during the American Civil War, inquiring about friends and relations at
home, and asking to be sent clothing, food, and reading materials. Housed with each
letter is a transcript provided by the donor that has been photocopied onto archival
quality paper. The reader is cautioned against editorial mistakes in the transcripts.
The "original" transcripts (i.e. those not printed on archival quality paper) are
housed in a binder in Box 2, along with a wooden spoon carved by Thompson while he
was held as a prisoner of war. Portions of this collection relating to the Civil War
have been digitized and are available to on-site researchers and to users affiliated
with subscribing institutions via
EBSCOhost.
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| Quantity: |
0.7 Linear feet (2 boxes) |
| Location note:
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Manuscript Cage |
| Call Phrase: |
MS 670.24 |
