James King Stringfield to his brother William Stringfield, May 14, 1861

James King Stringfield to his brother William Stringfield, May 14, 1861

Clergy

Confederate States of America. Army -- Recruiting, enlistment, etc.

Letters

Secession

Stringfield, James King, 1839-1870 -- Correspondence

Stringfield, William W. (William Williams), 1837-1923 -- Correspondence

United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865

In a letter addressed to his brother, written on May 14, 1861, James King Stringfield expresses his advocacy for southern independence, a sentiment shared by his brother as well. King mentions the brothers' proud family history of fighting in the Revolutionary War at the battle of King's Mountain and the Creek War at the battle of Emuckfaw. King goes on to mention mutual friends who have already volunteered for mounted rifle regiments, a W. H. Price, and a Professor (Lieutenent) Peters. He also mentions the 80,000 other Virginians already enlisted. King expresses his regret that he will not be volunteering, as he believes it is his responsibility and the responsibility of other preachers to comfort the families of the soldiers. In his closing statements King gives some final words of encouragement, as he know it is more than likely his brother will volunteer, reminding him to look for strength in God.

Stringfield, James King, 1839-1870

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1861-05-14

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