McLean, Wilmer, 1814-1882
Person
Biography
Wilmer McLean was a grocer who was present at the first battle of Bull Run and the surrender at Appomattox, Virginia, which took place in his home.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Wilmer McLean to Robert E. Lee, 1866-04-02
Item — Box 7A, Folder: 51
Scope and Contents
Wilmer McLean asks Lee if he would visit Appomattox (Va.) to have a photograph of him taken in the room where he surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.
Dates:
1866-04-02