Mary E. Bedford

On July 25, 1864, Mary E. Bedford writes from her home in Andrew County, Missouri, to her husband Lt. Alex M. Bedford, Prisoner of War, 35th Division, Fort Delaware, Delaware. Mary explains that there has been much excitement in the area because of the bushwhackers: “The people anticipate great deal of trouble here, worse times than we have ever had but I hope not.” Mary also shares news of various acquaintances in the area, stating that most of the men have joined the Federal Army.

July 25, 1864

Missouri military units (Confederate)
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Battle for Missouri, 1861-1865 -- Military History of Missouri and Kansas
Surviving a Guerrilla War
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Mary E. Bedford

Andrew County, Missouri

State Historical Society of Missouri – Columbia

Bedford Family Papers, 1849-1870, C2610: f. 13, June 6, 1864-August 6, 1864

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