Letter to Anna Wilcox from William S. Pike in October 1864
Letter to Anna Wilcox from William S. Pike in October 1864
Item Information
Creator
Pike, William S.
Description
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes affectionately to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He compliments her photograph and discusses birthday whippings. The letter closes with expressions of love. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 8 x 14 cm.
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About this Collection
Collection Description
The collection consists of 45 letters on 44 sheets, 8 photographs, 4 unassociated envelopes, and ancillary materials. Most of the letters were written between October 16, 1862 and August 10, 1865. Ancillary materials include the "scope and content" note, the "finding aid", and the "transcription note". Also, the ancillary… More
Pike, William S., “Letter to Anna Wilcox from William S. Pike in October 1864,” Digital Collections, accessed March 28, 2024, https://omeka.binghamton.edu/omeka/items/show/382.