This collection consists primarily of Civil War letters received by Emmiline (Emma) Daggett, of Clinton County, Michigan. Emma received letters from her brother Will in the 10th Michigan Cavalry, her cousin George Daggett in the 33rd New York Infantry, and other friends in those regiments. The letters describe the soldiers' experiences but are primarily concerned with home matters. The bulk of the letters are from William Eaegle of the 3rd Michigan Cavalry, who married Emma Daggett in 1864. Eaegle served in the western theater during the war, and later on garrison duty in Texas. His letters discuss political and military events as well as his own experiences and family matters. Post-war materials in the collection include postcards to the Eaegles from family and friends, and a railroad pass issued to William Eaegle.

This collection has been transcribed, scanned and placed online at http://civilwar.archives.msu.edu/collection/7-1C-4/eaegle-family/.