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Preferred Citation

George T. Kennon Letter, 1854 December 26, Special Collections Research Center, Swem Library, William and Mary.

Scope and Contents

Three page letter addressed to his sons giving them advice concerning religion, living, and happines in life. Kennon intends this to be his last words to his sons which they will read after he is dead. He lists requests on how they should live, treat their families, and their friends. He also gives a specific request on where to be buried.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• Philosophy
• Religion and culture