Robert E. Lee to Matthew Fontaine Maury, 1865-09-08
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 12
Scope and Contents
In this letter From Cartersville, Va, Lee writes to Maury that he is disappointed in the government but that he wants to continue trying to make it better. He advises Maury against his ideas about starting a settlement of ex-Confederates and other immigrants. A transcription of this letter is housed with the original.
Dates
- Creation: 1865-09-08
Creator
- Maury, Matthew Fontaine (Correspondent, Person)
- Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870 (Correspondent, Person)
Extent
From the Collection: 1.25 Linear Feet (3 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Physical Location
This item is housed in the Secure Cabinet.
Repository Details
Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository