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| Field name | Value |
|---|---|
| Collection Reference Number | GLC04193.01 |
| From Archive Folder | Letters from John Moore to James Kelly |
| Title | John Moore to James Kelly describing the life of an army physician |
| Date | 13 October 1853 |
| Author | Moore, John (1826-1907) |
| Recipient | Kelly, James |
| Document Type | Correspondence |
| Content Description | Moore, an army surgeon stationed in Florida during the third Seminole War against Billy Bowlegs, writes home to his brother-in-law about receiving mail, how easy his job is, and the character of physicians. Also discusses the infidelity of a man named Sutherland. |
| Subjects | Seminole War Military History American Indian History Morality and Ethics Health and Medical |
| People | Moore, John (1826-1907) Kelly, James (fl. 1853-1860) |
| Place written | Fort Meyers, Florida |
| Theme | Government & Politics; Native Americans; Health & Medicine |
| Sub-collection | The Gilder Lehrman Collection, 1493-1859 |
| Additional Information | Moore later participated in the Utah Expedition and Sherman's march to the sea, and in the 1880s, became the surgeon general of the U.S. Army. |
| Copyright | The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History |
| Module | Settlement, Commerce, Revolution and Reform: 1493-1859 |