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Virginia bank note, 1861

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: MS2018_026_90889

Dates

  • Creation: 1861

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

This is a collection of letters exchanged between Bernard Hayes and his wife Margaret while he was fighting in the American Civil War. Most letters are from Bernard. One letter includes a bond from the "Bank of Love." Also included are a letter regarding a promotion, a letter notifying Margaret of Bernard's death in the Battle of the Wilderness, and Treasury Department certificates and vouchers for payments to Margaret as a widow.

Creator

Restrictions on access

Open for research; digital version also available.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.5 Linear Feet (2 containers)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository

Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861