OXFORD, Miss. – A unique traveling exhibition celebrating the 400th anniversary of the first printing of the King James Bible in 1611 is coming to the University of Mississippi. “Manifold Greatness: The Creation and Afterlife of the King James Bible,” will be on display at the J.D. Williams Library beginning May 29. The exhibit examinesRead the story …
WTVA: Civil War Letterbook Donated to Ole Miss
November 17, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. –What is the most fascinating historical document you can read? Most historians may tell you, an eye witness’s account is your best bet. Read the story.
WREG: Civil War document donated to Ole Miss
November 12, 2010 by
OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — The University of Mississippi has received a Civil War letterbook dating back to the spring of 1864. Edward Robert, a retired physician from California, donated the document to the Oxford school. Robert says the book includes scores of letters and orders covering topics that include the handling and exchange of prisoners,Read the story …
Clarion Ledger: Rare Civil War Artifacts at UM Museum
October 9, 2010 by
OXFORD — A large collection of Civil War artifacts and documents has been put on display at the University of Mississippi. The exhibit at the J.D. Williams Library covers many topics including camp life, combat, prisons, slavery, the university and the war, people, hospitals and women in the home front. Read the story.