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Wilson's Creek National Battlefield Papers, 1926-1949 (C4221)
0.2 cubic feet (7 folders)
The papers consist of correspondence and descriptions regarding the Civil War Battle of Wilson’s Creek that took place in Springfield, Missouri, on August 10, 1861. Also included are maps, letters from the Shepard of the Hills Association, Lebanon, Missouri, Chamber of Commerce Commercial Club, Civic Groups, the Missouri State Legislature, and other organizations endorsing efforts to make Wilson’s Creek Battlefield a National Park/Memorial.
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Charles S. Yancey Letters, 1839-1865 (C0192)
0.16 cubic feet (8 folders)
Letters of a circuit court judge from Greene County, Missouri, largely written to his wife in Springfield. Tell of the court; discusses Benton; Clay Compromise; and the slavery question. Other family letters. Originals in possession of donor.