May 18, 1865
Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878
Autograph letter signed
Title: to his family
He writes that Quartermaster Merriam has given Coit his tent to make him more comfortable. They are camped 3-4 miles outside Manchester. Though he is in camp, he is considered sick and not on duty. He writes that he is putting off decisions about his future to see what pans out. He encloses a Richmond Times.
GLC03603.341