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1861-1877

Wright, J. Clark, fl. 1863

Poem

Title: Song of the Soldier

Selected for Mother and Sister. I shine in the light of god/This likeness stamps my brow, Through the shadow of death my feet have trod...

GLC02751.41

1861-1877

Wright, J. Clark, fl. 1863

Poem

Title: Elegy for Sereno Wright

Serano is in heaven/And pain can never reach him there/No sickness comes to those who breathe that pure delightful air.

GLC02751.42

1861-1877

Wright, Sereno A., fl. 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Unknown

Clark is well now. He has sent some of his money. He has started taking the medicine Rosetta sent.

GLC02751.43

12 May 1863

Envelope

Title: to Mrs. Eunice Wright

GLC02751.45

15 September 1861

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Bradbury writes to his brother about life in camp. He describes the food rations and the artillary, and he relays the rumor that they may be sent to join Frémont in Missouri.

GLC03523.39.01

30 October 1861

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Writing from near St. Louis, MO, Bradbury describes the camp and the artillary, and he mentions that he was involved in the First Battle of Springfield. Written at Benton Barracks (also know as Camp Benton).

GLC03523.39.02

24 December 1861

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Bradbury describes the weather and the food rations in camp, as well as the soldiers' contruction of log huts. He mentions the movements of troops, and expresses frustration with generals who only aim to "line their pockets," rather than win the war speedily.

GLC03523.39.03

January 17, 1862

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Writing from Little Rock, AR, Bradbury expresses his anger with Copperheads, and says that he stands "for the Union, and old Abe forever." He describes camp food and activity, including the construction of log cabins and stables, and suggests that life in camp is quite easy. He also refers to a rebel spy being caught.

GLC03523.39.04

5 May 1864

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Bradbury writes that their regiment is lacking guns and horses, and thus has little to do but drill on foot. He also notes their camp fortification efforts.

GLC03523.39.05

14 September 1864

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Bradbury writes passionately about 1864 election politics, expressing disdain for the campaigns of Gen. McClellan and Gen. Frémont, and suggesting that Lincoln is "entitled" to reelection. He also comments on Union forces capturing Mobile, AL and Atlanta, GA, and he gives the prices of food staples.

GLC03523.39.06

14 October 1864

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Bradbury writes that he has been in good health, and he gives the dimensions of the log cabins they have been constructing.

GLC03523.39.07

18 December 1864

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Bradbury writes that he is healthy, provides his weight, and complains that the war is continuing on for too long.

GLC03523.39.08

10 July 1865

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: Dear Brother

Bradbury writes that the war is over, but that he has not yet received his discharge. Most of the letter is given to begging his brother to stop his drinking habit.

GLC03523.39.10