Discourse of the Life and Character of Lt. Gen. Thos. J. Jackson, (C.S.A.) Late Professor of Natural and Experimental Philosophy in the Virginia Military Institute.
Richmond, (VA): Ritchie & Dunnavant, Printers, 1863. First edition. 8vo. 23 pp. A memorial address delivered at V.M.I. on July 1, 1863, by the school's superintendent, reprinting the entirety of the hagiographic oration, as well as the official dispatch from the office of the Confederate Adjutant General's Office informing V.M.I. of Jackson's demise, and V.M.I.'s official statement on Jackson's death. Smith concludes on a somber yet uplifting note saying to the cadets: "Remember that by his teaching, all things are possible to a resolute will. Resist them as he would have resisted and then the most precious monument that can be reared to his memory by this institution, will be the record of those who have been led by his example to the service of Him whom he recognized as the captain of his salvation. And then we shall all see, in living lights, not only the leadings of that providence by which this institution has been trained and fitted for the great struggle through which we are now passing, but by which its precious young men have been made more useful here, and prepared for honor and glory and immortality hereafter." Parrish & Willingham 5054. Relatively uncommon, OCLC locates 12 copies (four in Virginia). Some foxing, else very good. Disbound pamphlet. (9822). Item #63080
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