MY DEAR MARTHA

A 14^th Texas Infantry Private Writes About Life During

The War Between the States

1863-1865

 The letters written by James Harvey Armstrong during the War Between the States have been compiled in book form.  There are twenty-six letters written by J. H. Armstrong to his wife and one letter written by Martha Coppedge, his wife, to him.   Research has been done on all the people mentioned in the letters that it was possible to find information about.   Battles mentioned have been described; men who were wounded or died while in the 14^th infantry are listed along with place and date of death or wounds; political events mentioned have been detailed; maps are included showing places mentioned and location of battles; pictures of Camp Nelson Cemetery, family photos; photo of Armstrong family home, and other events are pictured; and words to two songs sent home by Armstrong are all included.  There is a complete index and bibliography.

Even though some of these letters were published previously, this book gives many details about people and events that have never been researched before in connection with the letters.  If you have an interest in the 14^th Texas Infantry, this book is a “must” to know what the men lived through during the Red River Campaign in Louisiana and Arkansas.   Of course, if you are a member of the Armstrong or Coppedge family, the book will be of great interest to you.

The book is 8/12 by 11, soft back and is spiral bound.  The cost is $25.00 including postage.

Please send me __________ copies of the book “My Dear Martha.”

 Enclosed is my check for $_________ for the copies of the book.

 SEND ORDERS AND MAKE CHECKS TO:

        Mrs. Joan Cobb

        3800 S. County Rd 1185

        Midland, Texas 79706-6429