Fannie Ryan, 1862 – 1872
Scope and Contents
The collection consists mainly of correspondence but also includes military, social, business and financial records. The bulk being letters from Ryan and Ridding family members and friends. Topics include life in Burlington, Iowa, the Civil War, the military, and general life in the American West. Of particular interest are letters to and from Mary Ridding as the two tried to keep alive their nearly 1000-mile-love affair. In these letters, Ryan also talks about military life at Fort Steele in the 1870s.
Dates
- 1862 – 1872
Language of Materials
English.
Conditions Governing Access
Limited duplication of print materials for research purposes. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.
Extent
From the Collection: 2 cubic feet
Repository Details
Part of the Wyoming State Archives, Wyoming Cultural Resources Division, Wyoming Department of State Parks & Cultural Resources Repository
Barrett Building
2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne Wyoming 82002 United States
(307) 777-7826
wyarchive@wyo.gov