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to Father

He writes he is one of the best drilled men in the regiment and can stand a rigid examination. He seeks the officer recommendation for a commission.

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From the Library of Arthur L. Jackson

Shows man in medieval clothes carrying books.

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to Father

He will call on his father when he reaches the city. He wants to know the details of his interview with Mr. Choate.

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to Father

They are still building the fort while waiting for the rebel to attack. He regrets they were not in New York for New Year's. He intends to send him most of his pay.

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to Father

He includes the copy of a letter written by a local woman upon the arrival of two companies. She refers to them as a "swarming herd."

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to Father

He briefly outlines a battle that took place at Bethel where the enemy was 8,000 strong. They expect them to attack again. the union lays siege with 10,000 federal troops.

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to Richard H. Jackson

Asks Richard to write again but has nothing interesting to say to him.

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to Father

He begs his father to get him discharged on account of his age.

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to Richard H. Jackson

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to Father

He thanks him for all he is doing to try to get his discharge, but says he does not want his father to feel bad if he does not succeed.

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