Lucy Vilas diary
Collection
Identifier: 003230
Codex 003230
Description
A diary of entries from 1812-1824, compiled and transcribed in 1828 by the author. Entries record Vilas' thoughts on sermons, deaths of family members and friends, and travel. Of note is an account of hearing the cannon fire from the battle of Plattsburgh, some 40 miles away on Lake Champlain.
Dates
- 1828
Creator
- Vilas, Lucy M., 1800-1841 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.
Extent
1 volume ; 20 cm.
Language of Materials
English
Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository