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    Manuscript Collections Magee, Sylvester, 1841-, interviewee
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    Magee, Sylvester, 1841-, interviewee. Oral history interview, 1969. 1 sound cassette (1 hour), Index (1 page). Location: L:4700.0039. Former slave and Civil War veteran. Magee discusses his parents, his owners (masters) in Mississippi before the Civil War, his service during the Civil War under General John Reuben, his participation in fighting at Vicksburg and Gettysburg, and his family. For further information, see online catalog. Mss. 4700.0039.
    Manuscript Topic
    Civil War
    African Americans
    Record Type
    Manuscript Collections
    Year
    1969
    Page URL: https://lib.lsu.edu/special/manuscripts/guides/magee-sylvester-1841-interviewee
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