From John A. Bushnell to Eugenia Bronaugh

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Title: From John A. Bushnell to Eugenia Bronaugh
Creator: John A. Bushnell
Description: John A. Bushnell writes a letter from his home in Calhoun, Missouri to Eugenia Bronaugh. In the letter, dated August 17, 1864, Bushnell expresses his contempt for disloyal citizens, declaring them evil. He tells Eugenia of his plans to visit her, but emphasizes his need for caution due to the danger of bushwhackers and radicals. He speaks of his hope for peace in Missouri and predicts an impending “crisis” in the northern states.
Date: August 17, 1864
Local Subject: Battle for Missouri, 1861-1865 -- Military History of Missouri and Kansas
Surviving a Guerrilla War
Women
Bushwhackers
Guerrillas
People: John A. Bushnell
Geographic Subject: Henry County, Missoui
Owning Organization: Missouri Valley Special Collections
Location: Bushnell Papers, Box 1: Correspondence: Folder 17
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