Letter from Crenshaw Hall at Sangster's Crossroads in Virginia, to his father, Bolling, in Alabama.
From May 1861 to May 1862 Crenshaw Hall served in the 6th Alabama Infantry. In the letter he discusses troop movements and possible fighting; activities and duties in camp; and the morale of the soldiers: "...as soldiers we do not suffer from monotony and inactivity. This mode of life I think...
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Alabama Department of Archives and History
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| Summary: | From May 1861 to May 1862 Crenshaw Hall served in the 6th Alabama Infantry. In the letter he discusses troop movements and possible fighting; activities and duties in camp; and the morale of the soldiers: "...as soldiers we do not suffer from monotony and inactivity. This mode of life I think is not often productive of rebellion among soldiers. Our Regiment has but few if any disorganizing spirits. All are contented as well as we can expect." He predicts that "the war will continue till the North has lost control of money and men - their hatred is too great - this added to the immense interest they have in preserving the 'whole Union' will give them a seeming patriotism which requires of us many hard fought...battles." Crenshaw also sends news of mutual acquaintances (including his brothers, Bolling and John), specifically mentioning several men who have been ill. A transcription is included. |
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