American soldiers' writings
To honor American soldiers and veterans of all generations, the following is a sample listing of LaRC archival collections which include original soldiers' writings, in their letters or in diaries. Several represented here spent time as prisoners of war on American soil. Some died during military service, while others lived long celebrated lives. de Marigny family papers, 1736-1917. Manuscripts Collection 416 Smith and Pullen families papers, 1772-1872. Manuscripts Collection 958 John W. Labouisse papers, 1779-1921 (bulk 1856-1869). Manuscripts Collection 614 Ogden, Murdock, and Cox families papers, 1794-1990. Manuscripts Collection 400 Ker and Texada families papers, 1813-1922. Manuscripts Collection 545 Everett family papers, 1818-1955. Manuscripts Collection 79 Pritchett and Larose families papers, 1819-1973 (bulk 1860s-1880s). Manuscripts Collection 916 Stibbs family...