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1846 November 27 . L[eonidas] W[atkins] Walton ALS to "Mother" [Evelina S. Walton]; Monterey, [California].

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Abstract:
Mild illness in the military camps. Remarks on General [Antonio López de] Santa Anna (1794?-1876), the Mexican Army, and his faith that the Americans will hold Monterey. Believes [Pedro de] Ampudia (1803-1868) may be imprisoned, "as it is known to be a positive fact and constant practice amongst the Mexicans to incarcarate their defeated Generals." Comments on General Santa Anna and his political and military position. Assures his mother that her worries about his "want of the common necessaries of life" are unfounded. Remarks on Spanish dry goods stores and the Mexican man who cooks for them and his desire to settle in Atlanta. Misses the company of women, noting difficulties interacting with local ladies. "…the Girls here are very shy and the ladies man is put to considerable trouble even to get a glimpse of his fair one, He must get up Sunday morning at four Oclock, station himself in a corner of the Cathedrel and await the coming of his ladie love for the purpose of attending Mass." Notes the rich women's beauty and his concerns over priests' influence. Discusses laboring women, their work in markets, and their race. "… though you would at first glance pronounce them mulatoes, upon close examination you would decide upon the Indian." Mentions [La]fayette McLaws (1821-1897) and [James] Longstreet (1821-1904).
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Collection

United States War with Mexico collection, 1845-1894
Total components 34
Last indexed 2024-08-05