Maria G. Slaughter to Robert E. Lee, 1866-02-27
Item — Box: 7A, Folder: 42
Scope and Contents
This letter was written by Mary G. Slaughter on February 27, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Slaughter writes to introduce Stark Arnold to Lee as the nephew of Stonewall Jackson. She vouches for his integrity and explains his situation of desiring an education without direct means. She requests that Lee assist him in gaining an education.
Dates
- Creation: 1866-02-27
Creator
- Slaughter, Mary G. (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 24 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Subject
- Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870 (Person)
- Jackson family (Family)
- Arnold, Stark William, Rev (Person)
- Jackson, Thomas Jonathan (Stonewall) (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository