J. J. Little Collection

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  J. J. Little to Mr. and Mrs. Little (13 April 1862)

  Jefferson J. Little and Little family

  Discusses rumors of Confederate victories, having met prisoners of war and news of the injured and dead. Also discusses rumors of a battle at Corinth and their orders to march.

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  J. J. Little to Mr. and Mrs. Little (1 August 1862)

  Jefferson J. Little and Little family

  Discusses the relative relaxing atmosphere in camp at Columbus with servants cleaning their clothing and availability of food. Speculates on the company's possible movements and notes the existence of prisoners in Columbus. Finally, discusses the other companies movement through Columbus en route to Chattanooga, TN.

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  J. J. Little to Mr. and Mrs. Little (28 June 1861)

  Jefferson J. Little and Little family

  Describing the daily activities of Little's company, the Bahala Rifles (10th Mississippi Infantry, Company H); speculates of the South's fate should Fort McRee fall & suggests that all Southerners receive military training.

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  J. J. Little to Mr. and Mrs. Little (9 August 1861)

  Jefferson J. Little and Little family

  Discussion of the War and the success of the Confederate troops, speculation of future developments and his desire for a patriotic death.

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  J. J. Little to John Little (13 July 1861)

  Jefferson J. Little and John Little

  Describes the hot weather and subsequent need to work at night; details daily activities, including drills, guard duty & work building further fortifications.