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22 March 1863
Thomson, George F., fl. 1862-1865
They reach Baton Rouge and were ordered to march not long after. He hopes they will go to Texas next. He mentions that Uncle Dan owes him over 300 dollars.
GLC02743.16
7 April 1863
They are camped in the city opposite New Orleans.They've been having pleasant food like green peas, new potatoes and lettuce. Two large mules will be arriving from New Orleans. Written in the neighborhood of Algiers, New Orleans, Louisiana.
GLC02743.17
10 April 1863
They are now near Berwicks. They suffered some losses with 6 killed, 91 wounded.
GLC02743.18
29 April 1863
At Red River they plan to cut off the Rebel's supplies through Texas. He writes that he finds the place, where they are now, despondent. He talks about the risk of illness.
GLC02743.19
26 May 1863
They had two killed and one wounded the other day. Letter includes rough sketch of the Rebels' movements.He includes a whole catalogue of items he wants his mother to send including handkerchiefs and socks.
GLC02743.20
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