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to Mrs.Thomas F. Burpee
13 September 1863
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
He writes to her about what she will need to bring when she comes to visit him. describes the arrangements, who will pick her up, etc.
GLC02744.076
1863
There will be a new Provost Brigade commanded by Col. Dutton.
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09 September 1863
He coming up with a strategy for getting her down to Baltimore. writes that she can say say she's coming for the benefit of soldier's aid. All she'd have to do is visit the hospital once a week.
GLC02744.081
17 September 1863
He has her pass but doesn't want to send it as it may get lost. tells her to get prepared to leave. Capt. Shepard will meet her in New London.
GLC02744.083
18 September 1863
He goes over the who, where, and how of the trip she will soon. Like previous letters except more definite.
GLC02744.084
19 September 1863
Once again discusses where and when to meet Mr. Burdick, as he will have her pass.
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21 September 1863
More details as to where and how she will meet Mr. Burdick.
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to Mr. and Mrs. Elijah Holt
12 October 1863
Is sending a hundred dollars by way of another soldier who is going on furlough.
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to Mr. Elijah Holt
19 November 1863
Written to his brother Elijah, talks about General Butler taking over and how it will make the rebels sweat, the execution of Dr. Wright.
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to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
27 September 1862
He is practicing drills, new regiments are settling in. He updates her on where the union and the rebels stand.
GLC02744.028
February 6, 1863
He describes his hospital room. He is determined to come home soon. thinks of them often.
GLC02744.142
21 April 1864
Writes about the potential danger of the"Rebel Ram" and the Plymouth capture.
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Circular No. 75
22 September 1864
Townsend, E. D. (Edward Davis), 1817-1893
Outlines when soldiers are entitled to their commissions and promotions.
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to Lucien Burpee
6 March 1864
He describes the scenery and daily life. He asks him about school and tells him to always help his mother and to become a good Christian man.
GLC02744.308
03 November 1862
There were skirmishes. Pressing onward to Strasburg. Mentions Billy and instructs her not to pay out any more money for him.
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08 November 1862
He marched six miles in a snow storm. He describes what they carry in their saddlebags. He has not been paid since he left.
GLC02744.093
11 November 1862
Their connection is so strong that when he is writing to her it almost seems like they are talking face to face.
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20 November 1862
He writes that one of their men fell from a tree and dislocated his wrist. He reiterates that God gave him the greatest gift of all: her.
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21 November 1862
He writes about how an officer of his rank never has to worry about food or shelter. Notes how much money the war is costing.
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22 November 1862
He is anxious for Lucien to attend school. He writes that he feels the sufferings of his fellow soldiers. Notes that enemy is in Fredricksburg.
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25 November 1862
Tells her not to worry so much. Writes he might be able to send for her in 4-6 weeks. They have both gained weight. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.099
28 November 1862
He writes the possibility of a battle has now become very faint. tells her to always confide in God. Mentions Park. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
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30 November 1862
He tells her again not to believe what she reads in the newspaper. currently has a cold. He is feeling lonely and homesick. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
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03 December 1862
He writes of a time when they thought nothing but death would separate them. Feels that he has not done enough for her over the years.
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04 December 1862
He writes about how he can love God more as he does not feel his faith is strong enough. Written in a camp near Falmouth.
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