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to Sister

Writes that the Rebels have retreated, but have destroyed the bridge going across the Rappahannock River. Informs her that Fredricksburg is now in their possession, and that Rebels have destroyed two million dollars worth of property there...

GLC03523.08.37

to Father

Provides his father with a comprehensive military report. Mentions that General Irvin McDowell has received orders to come across the river and reinforce General George McClellan. McDowell refused, so instead, a portion of General Nathaniel Bank's...

GLC03523.08.39

to Joseph M. Maitland

Grier writes to his brother informing him of the parties in the neighborhood. Gives detailed physical descriptions of three young ladies new to the neighborhood. Reports the possibility of a new road going in near their farm. Anticipates a property...

GLC03523.10.172

to John and Joan Damuth

Writes that the 29th Wisconsin left its plantation campground, and has been on the march since. In the woods, they find evidence of rebel building projects and bridges. Damuth and a group of men go out to fix up the roads ahead. Describes their...

GLC03523.14.23

to Parents Brothers & Sisters

Writes quickly to tell his family that he has survived "another hard fought Battle." Lists the many soldiers from his company who have been killed. His division has lost a total of 1,300 men. The battle was fought on 16 May and the men have stayed...

GLC03523.14.25

to Henry F. McSherry

Written by Eliza to her brother Henry. References receiving his letter from the Cape of Good Hope. Is glad he is well and tells him his future "is in the hands of God, ask him to direct you, and it will all be right." Updates him on family and...

GLC03523.21.43

Shipyard scene with Long Bridge stretching into the distance

Ink inscription on recto "-ntered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1862, by Barnard & Gibson, in the Clerk's Office of--." Graphite inscription on verso "2.00-" "25." Photographers imprint on verso: "Brady's album Gallery. No. 100. Long...

GLC05111.02.1295

Ruins of bridge at Harper's Ferry, Virginia

Image shows the ruins of a bridge with the town of Harper's Ferry in the background. Graphite inscription on verso "23" "Ruins of the Bridge at Harper's Ferry, Virginia 9/1862" "2.00--"

GLC05111.02.1308

Pontoon bridge spanning a river

Image shows a long pontoon bridge spanning a river, with one man standing in the foreground under a leafless tree. Graphite inscription on verso "1.50--" "12." Ink inscription on verso "2625." Photographers imprint on verso: "Published by E. & H. T...

GLC05111.02.1315

Pontoon bridge across the Appomattox River

Image shows a long pontoon bridge with a road winding off into the distance, and some farm building in the woods. Graphite inscription on verso "Pontoon Bridge Across the Appomattox""11" "1.50--." Ink inscription on verso "2625." Photographers...

GLC05111.02.1333