Jackson Letters for the years 1862 thru 1863

Jackson, MS -

W.T. Sherman letter to brother John Sherman...The share I have personally borne in all these events is one in which you may take pride for me.

Jackson, TN - 21 February 1862

As you are aware, heavy disasters have recently befallen our arms on the Kentucky border. The Tennessee River is in possession of the enemy since the capture of Fort Henry.

Jackson, TN - 21 February 1862

By the fall of the Tennessee and Cumberland rivers, the forces under General Polk (now to be under me) are entirely cut off from those under General A. S. Johnston, and must henceforth depend upon themselves

Jackson, TN - 2 March 1862

I send you herewith enclosed a slip showing the intended movements of the enemy, no doubt against the troops in western Tennessee.

Jackson, TN - 5 March 1862

Soldiers, I assume this day command of the "Army of the Mississippi," for the defence of our homes and liberties, and to resist the subjugation, spoliation, and dishonor of our people.

Jackson, TN - 16 October 1862

ulysses grant writes to sister mary, October 16th, 1862

Jackson, MS - 28 May 1863

It is reported that the last infantry coming leave Montgomery to-night. When they arrive I shall have about twenty-three thousand.

Jackson, MS - 10 June 1863

You do not give orders in regard to the recently appointed General Officers. Please do it.

Jackson, MS - 12 June 1863

I have not considered myself commanding in Tennessee since assignment here, and should not have felt authorized to take troops from that Department

Jackson, MS - 16 June 1863

Your despatch of 15th is received. I considered the order directing me to command here as limiting my authority to this Department.

Jackson, MS - 20 June 1863

I much regret the carelessness of my reply of the 16th, to your telegram of the 15th.