Frank Smith Reader Diary
Dates
- Creation: Inclusive March 10,1863- June 23, 1864
Summary
Description of the march up the Valley of Virginia, the burning of VMI, taking trophies in Lexington, and the march to Lynchburg.
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Biographical / Historical
Frank Smith Reader was a Union soldier of the 5th Regiment, West Virginia Cavalry, who served under Generals Franz Sigel and David Hunter.
Language of Materials
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of John A.R. Varner in 1881.
Existence and Location of Copies
Repository Details
Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository