Jefferson Davis
Information about Jefferson Davis in Richmond during the Civil War

Written Accounts

"Richmond Scenes in '62." Battles & Leaders 2: 439-448, Harrison, Constance Cary
1861-07-06, Richmond Enquirer; Maryland volunteers receive a flag from President Davis at Camp Lee
1861-07-24, Richmond Dispatch; anxiety in Richmond over the slain at First Manassas; huge crowds assemble at the Central depot, where "Gen." Davis (the President) arrives and addresses the crowd
1861-08-03, Richmond Whig; President Davis ad family have moved into their home at 12th and Clay streets
1861-10-05, Richmond Enquirer; Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Gen. Johnston are not as bad off as was previously supposed after their accident.
1861-12-18, Richmond Enquirer; Capt. Ricketts and his wife are to be sent North - notes that while in Richmond they were visited by Pres. Davis and others
1862-01-21, Richmond Enquirer; details for the funeral of ex-president John Tyler, to be held tomorrow
1862-02-17, Richmond Dispatch; RYRRR offering special train for in-bound visitors to inauguration
1862-02-21, Richmond Whig; President Davis will be inaugurated tomorrow; railroad companies will run extra trains; ceremonies will occur on Capitol Square, businesses will be closed
1862-02-22, Richmond Whig; very detailed description of the plans for the inauguration of Jefferson Davis and Alexander Stephens. After the ceremonies, the "President's Mansion will be open from 8 to 11 o'clock."

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