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He mentions an old friend who he found out had been wounded and taken prisoner near RIchmond.

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He writes of the new recruits that will be coming in and admonishes those who try to pay their way out of serving their country.

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Though they haven't seen any rebels, writes that if he does he will not take him prisoner but kill him. Cavalry and artillery arrived from Harrison recently. He describes the beautiful scenery and mentions Charlie.

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C.K's men landed at Port Royal and captured 15 furloughed rebel soldiers from Richmond.

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He is glad his father received the $22 and glad he heard from Mr. Evarts even though his attempts were not successful.

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Duryee's Zoaves have arrived and are temporarily quartered with them. saw Ben Parkland.

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He heard Gen. Lee and his army were advancing , so cavalry and artillery changed their positions. He wants to know why Mr. Watson doesn't write. Andy Dobbs brought 15 new recruits.

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He heard a bridge blow up as well as a goverment factory. He describes the country side. Last page written over.

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The cavalry rode to the edge of town and met the rebels in considerable force. The union troops then entered the town admidst much cheering. A false report surfaced that he was taken prisoner.He had dysentary.

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He has enclosed 3 card photographs, not included here.

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