23 June 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

It is getting dusty in the swamp. Water is scarce. They are getting closer to picket time. The Rebels are not far away. The Michigan troops had a fight in front of Hooker's division. When the pay master comes around, he will send some money.

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1 August 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

There has been a lot of fighting near Richmond. It has been a tedious march from the swamp combined with fighting every day. There have been heavy losses.

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4 August 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

Everything has been quiet around the picket lines lately. He spoke to Ed a week ago and learned that he is sick. He will have the paymaster send his brother a draft of 90 dollars every pay day.

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17 August 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He has been sick for the last two weeks. He requests 5 or 10 dollars and a couple of shirts.

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30 August 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He is feeling better. He thanks his brother for the money and tells him to tell his father he is feeling better.

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8 September 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He will soon rejoin the regiments. He has not received the box of things his brother sent yet. He plans to get a pass so he can explore the city of York.

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20 September 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He does not know when he will rejin the regiment but at prsent he only works 4 hours a day washing dishes. He has rheumatism. The box he was supposed to have received has still not arrived.

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9 November 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He is back with the regiment and they are camping within sight of the Blue Mountains. There is more than enough food at present. He hasn't yet written to his father because he doesn't have any ink and he knows his father can't see pencil marks.

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27 December 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They had a dull Christmas. He does not want to hear of his brother becoming a soldier. For the moment there are plenty of rations and clothing. He has not spoken to Ed since he last wrote. Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.

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20 January 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He has just come back from picket where he has been on duty for days. They are not allowed to talk on both sides but when the officer are away the privates talk. Artillery, infantry and cavalry have passed. They expect to cross the river again. Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.

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17 February 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They learned of the capture of Fort Donaldson and 15,000 prisoners. He hopes his brother had fun sleigh riding and wonders if any of the fellows talk about him when they are hugging the girls. The regiment got new guns. Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.

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25 February 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He mentions that he was mistaken in his opinion that McCllelen could command the Potomac army. His actions have proved otherwise. He requests dried fruit, butter and cheese.

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27 February 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

He encourages his brother not to miss out on opportunities like getting an education while he is young.

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17 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

They have been fighting up on the Blackwater. They are under marching orders again. He is glad to hear his father has got into business again.

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28 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

He is sending 50 dollars and wants his brother to tell him when he receives it.

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29 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

Two weeks ago they left camp. The journey to Baltimore was rough. Many men became sea sick. They then went to Louisville and are now in Bardsville. He sent his brother some money.

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28 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph document

Title: Adams Express form

For the 50 dollars he sent his brother.

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13 April 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

Everyone is excited about the fighting at Charleston. He mentions Joe Hooker.

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26 May 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

They are camped near a small town called Columbia. He wishes his father could come visit. He thinks they will cross the river since the Rebel general is reported to be across the river.

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2 June 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

They returned from an expedition out to Cumberland river that did not amount to much. It rained much of the time and the Rebels captured some horses and made the sheriff sewr allegiance to their government.

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13 July 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

Vicksburg surrendered. Very, very faded.

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20 September 1863

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He has been detailed as a nurse and does not know when he get out to see his brother. He knows his brother wants to marry but he tells him to look before he leaps.

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16 September 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He wanted to come home to the state fair but his horse was too tired. He went to see Ms. Castes to see if he could hire a horse, but her folks will be using all the horses. He may get home next week. He hasn't heard from Frank.

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18 December 1863

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They are now in Knoxville. The regiment has suffered losses. Major Byington is dead. Captain Farren is wounded.

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4 February 1864

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

The officers have been trying to get soldiers to reenlist. More reenlisted than the number of people who actually showed up for duty. Those that did not reenlist had to be transferred to another regiment. Was written near Knoxville, Tennessee.

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