Title
Letter written by Mary Hughes to son, Thomas Proctor Hughes, May 27, 1861
Description
A letter written by Mary Hughes to her son, T.P. Hughes giving him advice on taking up arms in the Civil War.
In this letter she discusses her ailing health, her fear for his well-being, and laments Texas' decision to secede.
Rights
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