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Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Preferred Citation

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], Letters to Naomi John, 1861-1862, Ms2025-031, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Source of Acquisition

The Letters to Naomi John were purchased by Special Collections and University Archives in January 2023.

Processing Information

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Letters to Naomi John was completed in May 2025.

Biographical Note

There is no biographical information available for Naomi John.

Scope and Content

This collection contains two letters written to Naomi John durning the American Civil War. The first was written October 27, 1861, by Jinnie. The letter includes updates on the war, deaths, and a church sermon. The second letter was written January 1, 1862. The letter contains updates about sickness at Camp Chase, locals who have died or been captured, and a wedding. Partial transcripts are included.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• Civil War
• United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865

Rights Statement for Archival Description

The guide to the Letters to Naomi John by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 ( https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/public-domain/cc0/ ).