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Edwin F. and William H. Strong collection, 1846-1866 (majority within 1862-1866)
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This collection is made up of 4 letters to William H. Strong of Wallingford, Connecticut; a manuscript poem addressed to his sister-in-law, Louisa Strong of Wallingford and New Haven, Connecticut; a letter addressed to "Bro. Strong"; and proverbial thoughts about friendship by James and Marcia A. Strong. William's brother, Edwin F. Strong, wrote 4 of the letters while serving in the 8th Connecticut Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. The poem, told from the point of view of a slave, also concerns the war.
This collection (7 items) is made up of 4 letters to William H. Strong of Wallingford, Connecticut; a manuscript poem addressed to his sister-in-law, Louisa Strong of Wallingford and New Haven, Connecticut; a letter addressed to "Bro. Strong;" and proverbial thoughts about friendship by James and Marcia A. Strong.
Edwin F. Strong's 4 letters his brother William regard Edwin's service in the 8th Connecticut Infantry Regiment during the Civil War, and his life in New Haven, Connecticut, after his discharge from the army. "Jennie G" sent a poem titled "Kingdom Coming" to Louisa Strong; the poem is in African-American dialect and regards a master fleeing his plantation. C. E. Piper's letter to [William?] Strong concerns Christianity. See the Detailed Box and Folder Listing for more information about each item.
1846 May 1 . James Strong and Marcia A. Strong AMs to W. Poultney.
1 page
Box 41, Schoff Civil War Collection
Brief proverbs about endurance of friendships.
1862 January 6 . Edd[win] F. Strong ALS to [William H. Strong]; Camp Burnside, Annapolis, Maryland.
3 pages
Box 41, Schoff Civil War Collection
Wishes that he and Will were in the same regiment. Anticipation of boarding transport boats. The Union fleet "looks splendid…I tell you when these big guns get there eys on a Sesech they are going to spoil him." Asks Will to try to "cheer up" Louisa.
[1862] August 17 . Edwin F. Strong ALS to Will[iam H. Strong]; Fredericksburg, Virginia.
4 pages
Box 41, Schoff Civil War Collection
Hopes that he and Will will survive the war and meet again. Burnside's division expects and is ready for an anticipated Confederate attack. Union soldiers' support for and admiration of General Burnside. News of family and acquaintances at home. Advises Will to be careful about his health and to try to be discharged if he falls ill.
1863 October 22 . Jennie G. AMs to [Louisa] Strong.
3 pages
Box 41, Schoff Civil War Collection
Poem entitled "Kingdom Coming," written in African-American dialect. A southern slave describes his master fleeing the plantation.
1864 March 20 . Edwin F. Strong ALS to William [H. Strong]; New Haven, [Connecticut].
2 pages
Box 41, Schoff Civil War Collection
Has recently moved to New Haven. Desires a visit from Will. Attendance at a theatrical production of Uncle Tom's Cabin with Louisa.
1866 April 10 . Ed[win F. Strong] ALS to [William H. Strong]; New Haven, [Connecticut].
3 pages
Box 41, Schoff Civil War Collection
Louisa's recent ill health and Charlie's growth. Desire for Will to find employment in the summer. High prices necessitate employment. Election of Governor [Joseph R.] Hawley and local politics.
1866 January 12 . C. E. Piper ALS to Bro. [William H.?] Strong; Boston.
6 pages
Box 41, Schoff Civil War Collection
Religious work and meetings in New England. List of reasons why religion is a source of joy.