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Anderson, Robert, 1805-1871

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1805 - 1871

Biography

Robert Anderson was a Union soldier who graduated from U.S. Military Academy in 1825. Robert Anderson was part of 3rd artillery; took part in Black Hawk and Florida Wars; was appointed brigadier-general in 1861; and in 1863. Robert Anderson was b. June 14, 1805, Kentucky and d. Oct. 26, 1871, Nice, France.

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G. T. Beauregard letter

 File — Multiple Containers
Identifier: Vault MSS 565
Scope and Contents

Handwritten and signed letter on April 7, 1861 and addressed to Major Robert Anerson (1805-1871). Beauregard was the commander of the Confederate defenses of Charleston, South Carolina. His letter tells Major Anderson, United States commander at Fort Sumter, that the garrison will no longer be allowed to purchase supplies in Charleston.

Dates: 1861 April 7
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections

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