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to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
07 October 1862
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
He saw William and said he was looking better than he had ever seen him. talked about the mail he received.
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08 October 1862
He talks about their relationship and how intertwined their lives are.
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10 October 1862
He talks at great length of how even though they are separated, she is there in spirit and that bond is unbreakable. She is the best wife he could ever have and their separation only rekindles the passion. He feels blessed by god to have her as a...
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09 October 1862
He writes that their souls are united forever.
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12 October 1862
He feels it is a great privilege to be a part of the Union army.Written in Camp Plesant Valley
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[Jerry the horse attached to 21st regiment, Connecticut]
circa 1861-1864
Note about Jerry the horse.
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13 October 1862
He writes of his relationship with God and with her. Written in Camp Plesant Valley
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16 October 1862
He mentions the raid of the rebels up Chamenburg River. He writes about what he eats.Written in Camp Plesant Valley
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19 October 1862
He writes they will probably not have a big battle right away.Written in Camp Plesant Valley
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20 October 1862
He writes of receiving food in the mail. Written in Camp Plesant Valley
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