During the Civil War, Semple served as a captain of an artillery battery organized in Montgomery (known as Semple's Battery). He was later appointed a major and transferred to Mobile. In the letter he discusses mutual acquaintances he has seen...
During the Civil War, Alex served in the 2nd and 3rd Alabama Cavalry. In the letter he discusses current troop positions and lack of preparations ("it seems as if we were inviting the enemy over"); mutual acquaintances; and the availability of food...
Smith, nicknamed "Howling Mad," became the highest ranking officer from Alabama in World War II, attaining the rank of lieutenant general by the end of the war. In the letter he discusses family members and reflects on the future of the war:...
This dinner was held to honor President Kennedy on his birthday. Boykin is listed in the program as a member of the Democratic Congressional Committee.
The Alfalfa Club is a social club in Washington, D.C. The annual dinner honoring the birthday of Robert E. Lee is its only event, and each member is allowed to invite two people to attend. Boykin received this invitation from General Nathan...
When Frank sent this letter to his grandsons, he enclosed a photograph taken at his birthday party. The letter describes that photo, which included many notable figures from Washington, D.C.
In this letter to his former personal secretary, Boykin thanks him for the birthday telegram he sent and gives a report on his health. Lucas worked with Boykin for over fifty years.
2009-09-15
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