| | Manuscript Collection | Requires cookie* | | 1 | Title: | George W. Perry Papers
| | | | Creator: | Perry, George W. | | | | Dates: | 1836-1846 | | | | Abstract: | George Perry was a soldier in the War with Mexico. His father, David I. Perry, was a minister who resided in Bloomington, Illinois. The collection consists primarily of letters (June-October, 1846) to Rev. David I. Perry from his son, George, a soldier who was stationed for the most part at Camp Rio Grande and at Camargo, Mexico in 1846. Includes a letter (1836) from the Presbyterian congregation of Big Flatt calling Rev. Perry to be their pastor. | | | | Call #: | MS 1395 | | | | Extent: | 0.20 linear feet (1 container) | | | | Subjects: | Perry, George W. | Mexican War, 1846-1848. | Mexican War, 1846-1848 -- Personal narratives. | Soldiers -- Illinois -- Correspondence.
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