Summary Information

Title: Adam H. Pickel papers
Creator: Pickel family
Inclusive dates: 1862-1863
Extent: 13 items
Abstract:

The Pickel papers contain nine letters written by Adam H. Pickel to his parents in Phoenixville and one written to a sister during his enlistment in the 68th Pennsylvania Infantry during the Civil War. His letters provide interesting commentary on the war; in particular, he strongly refuted the rumor that General Joseph Hooker was drunk at the battle of Chancellorville.

Language: The material is in English.
Repository: William L. Clements Library, University of Michigan

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