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to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

While he aware of the claims of his country he is also aware of the claims of his family. Still laid up in his tent. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.133

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He describes his journey back. saw Mr and mrs Pond. Mentions park and Burdett. Col. Dutton gave him a very warm reception. Written in a camp near Suffolk, Virginia

GLC02744.144

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He has had a lot of picket duty lately. Major Crosby is getting a leave of absence so he can be with his wife. Offers to let her come join the army for a while if she wants.

GLC02744.145

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that some of the officers had their wives with them for a while but were ordered to leave at Norfolk. Tells the story of how Col. Kimball was murdered by General Cocoran.

GLC02744.146

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Copy of GLC02744.181.

GLC02744.182

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that they have been ordered to report for duty and he is now disembarking his regiment. Will write more when he is settled.

GLC02744.183

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Instructs his wife to invest one thousand in bonds and to reduce Bissell's account to four or five hundred.

A note in pencil says these bonds were later stolen from her by Clark.

GLC02744.184

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Copy of 188.

GLC02744.189

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Currently in bivouac. Reports heavy fighting for the railroad last Saturday. the officers have kept their spirits up. He learned of a great victory involving Hancock. Written at Drewry's Bluff battlefield.

not original letter

GLC02744.190

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

He tells the story of a battle.were almost captured. He lost 106 new and four commisioned officers.a buttlet struck the spur of his heel.

GLC02744.193

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Copy of 194.

GLC02744.195

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Copy of 197

GLC02744.198

to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Copy of the original. Last letter home, writes about troop movements and assures wife of health. Was written near Cold Harbor, Virginia.

GLC02744.203

names Adeline M. Burpee as executor of Thomas Burpee's estate

Includes newspaper clipping.

GLC02744.207

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Letter announcing that he is sending her husband's commission along with some letters.

GLC02744.209

mail receipt her husbands possessions

This is for one box

GLC02744.212

to Mr. Holb

Wondering what to do with the Lieutenant's horse. Attempted to ship it to someone but this person had no use for the horse.

GLC02744.216

to Mrs. Thomas Burpee

Tells the story of how Thomas Burpee died starting with when he was shot to the time he was embalmed.

GLC02744.218

General Orders, Brigadier General Commanding

Congratulates the troops on their courage and conduct of late. thanks to all who particpated in the recent movement. Written near Suffolk, Virginia.

GLC02744.225

Special Orders, No. 77

Remove immediately to battery Stevens. Lieutenant Edward Gallup placed in arrest for assumption of authority.

GLC02744.226

General Orders, No. 32

Newsletter of sorts congratulating General. Rick on the enemy's retreat to Blackwater. Less than 1500 men were killed.thank yous are extended. Written at Fort Monroe.

GLC02744.227

Report

Report of the movement of the 21st Regiment, includes extract of general orders no. 28

GLC02744.229

to Thomas F. Burpee

He advises him to make a direct application to Major General Butler in reference to the recruiting of his regiment.

GLC02744.230

to Thomas F. Burpee

He heard that the position of hospital steward is vacant. recommending John A Brown for the position.

GLC02744.232

Special Order, No. 12 (for Thomas F. Burpee)

He is ordered to deliver all rifle muskets and equipment in his possession to Col. John M. Hathering and General Van Buren.

GLC02744.235