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to mother

Two letters. First letter apologizes for delay in communication as a result of the Battle of Cedar Creek. In his second letter he mentions that he received orders from General Ulysses S.Grant to be ready for an attack from "Mr. [Jubal] Early." Is...

GLC03523.18.30

to Rueben Morey Jr.

Regarding the forwarding of a trunk containing belongings of Captain Charles C. Morey. Reports that the sword is not included in the package, but he will carry it home upon return of soldiers to the "state." Writes, "Should see you personally if...

GLC03523.18.57

to sister Mary

First letter is written to his sister; second letter on verso is written to his mother. Written from camp near Petersburg. On 30 December he encloses two songs, "Virginia" and "Battle at Cedar Creek." Indicates that the 6th corps badge is a "cross...

GLC03523.18.40