From Abishai Stowell to "Dear Sister"

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Title: From Abishai Stowell to "Dear Sister"
Creator: Abishai Stowell
Description: On January 15, 1864, Abishai Stowell writes from Fort Smith, Arkansas to his sister. Stowell reports that his company has just returned from escorting Gen. McNeil to Fayetteville, Arkansas; he expects they will soon be sent back to their regiment. He tells his sister the names of his company's officers, including Capt. John Johnston. Stowell also states that he belongs to the Veteran Corps.
Date: January 15, 1864
Local Subject: Battle for Missouri, 1861-1865 -- Military History of Missouri and Kansas
Kansas military units
Women
People: Abishai Stowell
Owning Organization: Kansas Historical Society
Location: Abishai Stowell, 1862-1865
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