A. Achen letter

ICHi-176977-002

Title: A. Achen letter Description: Verso of a letter written by A. Achen, an Ohio regimental surgeon at the Union lines before Vicksburg, April 25, 1863. This letter describes recent events of the siege, such as Union naval attempts to break the Mississippi blockade, a speech by General Thomas on abolition, and the formation of African American regiments. Date Depicted: 1863 April 25 Creator: Achen, A. Creator Role: author Physical Format: Manuscripts Extent: 10 x 7.75 in. Copyright Notice: No Copyright - United States Credit Line: Chicago History Museum, ICHi-176977-002 Accession Number: 1954.3 Acquisition Source: Gift of C. F. Wiley Collection Type: Archives & Manuscripts Storage Location: A&M: A. Achen letter CHM Catalog ID: 64426 Max Pixels - Width: 5998 Max Pixels - Height: 7524 Help improve this content