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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC03075.04 |
| From Archive Folder | Unassociated Civil War Documents 1863 |
| Title | Alexander Swift Pendleton to Anzolette Pendleton writes about military matters |
| Date | 3 December 1863 |
| Author | Pendleton, Alexander Swift (1840-1864) |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Writes to his mother discussing military matters. Speaks about General Lee's success in checking Union General Meade's planned offensive in northern Virginia, relates widespread Union destruction of Southern property, and notes that he and most others believe that General Early is a better commander than General Ewell. Also discusses his new clothing. Partially cross-written on page one. |
| Subjects | Civil War Military History Confederate States of America Confederate Soldier's Letter Soldier's Letter Confederate General or Leader Union Forces Union General Wartime Pillaging and Destruction Military Uniforms Clothing and Accessories |
| People | Pendleton, Alexander Swift (1840-1864) Pendleton, Anzolette Elizabeth Page (1807-1884) |
| Place written | Morton Hall, Virginia |
| Theme | The American Civil War; Children & Family |
| Sub-collection | Papers and Images of the American Civil War |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Civil War, Reconstruction and the Modern Era: 1860-1945 |
| Civil War: Recipient Relationship | Mother |
| Civil War: Theater of War | Main Eastern Theater |