Finding Aid for the Orlando C. Geer Letter, 1863 March 15


MS-2877

University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN


Collection processed by: Alexandria Payne, September 13, 2006
Finding Aid written by: Alexandria Payne, September 13, 2006
Encoded by: Alexandria Payne, September 13, 2006

Summary Information
Title: Orlando C. Geer Letter

Date/Date Range :   1863 March 15

Extent: 0.1 linear feet

Abstract:
The letter is authored by Orlando C. Geer of the 14th OH Infantry, dated March 15th, 1863, and is addressed to his sister. In this letter is datelined from Lavergne, Tenn., he expresses his well being and gratitude for previous correspondence. He discusses the responsibilities of his employ, his feelings with regards to his provisioning, and the weather conditions of his encampment.

Call number: MS-2877

Repository: University of Tennessee Special Collections Library, Knoxville, TN

Access and Use
Aquisition Information:
Purchased by Special Collections June 2006
Access Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Copyright:
The copyright interests in this collection remain with the creator. For more information, contact the Special Collections Library.
Preferred Citation:
[Identification of Item], Orlando C. Geer Letter, MS-2877. University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Special Collections Library.

Arrangement

This collection consists of one folder.


Biography / History

Orlando C. Geer was in the 14th Infantry, Company A. during the Civil War.


Collection Scope and Content Note

The letter is authored by Orlando C. Geer of the 14th OH Infantry, dated March 15, 1863, and is addressed to his sister. In this letter is datelined from Lavergne, Tenn., he expresses his well being and gratitude for previous coorespondence. He discusses the responsibilities of his employ, his feelings with regards to his provisioning, and the weather conditions of his encampment.

Subject Terms

  • Geer, Orlando C.
  • Tennessee -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865.
Contents List
Box   1     Folder   1    
Orlando C. Geer Letter, 1863 March 15