During the Mexican-American War, Moore organized and led the Eutaw Rangers, a group of volunteers from Greene County, Alabama. In the letter he explains that his regiment has not moved as expected, and he expresses frustration at their lack of...
From June 1862 to November 1863, John Hall served in Co. E, 2nd Battalion, Hilliard's Legion. In the letter he discusses recent troop movements; weather and conditions in his new camp ("a tolerable pleasant place"); the log cabins that are being...
This leaflet describes the importance and process of point rationing, which applies to food products such as meat, cheese, fats, and oils. It offers suggestions for altering meal plans; consuming adequate vitamins and nutrients when reducing meat...
In the letter Babcock praises American farmers for increased production during the war, which benefits citizens, soldiers and the Allies. He encloses two General Motors truck advertisements that praise livestock and poultry farmers: "The motor...
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