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to Lile Miller

Reflects on his service: "...when we look at the army of the Potomac under Genl Hooker how they have Been marching and fighting the last week we ought not to complain, many a poor fellow whose time was nearly out... whose Boddy now lies a lifeless...

GLC02155.098

to Andrew Bushman Miller

Written at Camp Tennaly to his father. Writes, "...if only the darned Rebels would Be a little careful where they shoot, But as they are not we will have to Return the Compliment, we are well armed and equipped now with first Rate Rifles Muskets...

GLC02155.010

to Lile Miller

Miller writes to his wife. Mentions his sister, Sallie. Promises that if something happens to her, he will never marry another woman.

GLC02155.067

to Lile Miller

Complains that some of his fellows have obtained a furlough, while he has not. Discusses Mr. Frey, a sutler, and the sutler store. In a post script, notes that he enclosed a song (not included) with this letter.

GLC02155.101

to Unknown

GLC02155.200

to Lile Miller

Written at Camp Pierpont to his wife. Dated "Decr" (year inferred from content). Notes that their camp is ten miles from Washington, D.C. Discusses the possibility that Lile will visit him at camp.

GLC02155.031

to Lile Miller

Miller writes to his wife from camp at Brooks Station. Sends Lile money and comments that "here all is quiet."

GLC02155.070

to Lile Miller

Received a letter from his father, who is also in the service. Notes that he has one year left to serve, but his father's time will be up soon. Discusses his wife's upcoming trip to Columbia (possibly Columbia, Pennsylvania). Pages one and two of the...

GLC02155.104

to Unknown

GLC02155.203

to Lile Miller

Written at Camp Washington near Falmouth, Virginia, to his wife. Gives her advice as to how to get rid of her "sick headache." Comments on the weather and an upcoming inspection.

GLC02155.045