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to his wife
3 April 1863
Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864
He is admiring the scenery, feels a little homesick, and talks about his childhood. Soldiers are building a bridge to get healthier water.
GLC05981.23
22 April 1863
Writes about a few things that happened to his fellow soldiers. Notes that he wants new clothes.
GLC05981.24
1 June 1863
Writes from the "rear of Vicksburg." Does not know how long he will remain there. Thinks that the end of the war is near. Mentions the fall of Vicksburg, noting that the siege lasted two weeks. Describes his health and eating habits.
GLC05981.25
7 June 1863
Progress report on the situation at Vicksburg. Mentions [General Ulysses S.] Grant.
GLC05981.26
11 June 1863
Writes from the "rear of Vicksburg." Discusses why he does not like getting wet. Mentions the Illinois soldiers fighting in Vicksburg, noting that some soldiers were wounded.
GLC05981.27
22 June 1863
Writes from the "rear of Vicksburg." Notes that he is happy to receive a photo from Mary (his wife). Reports on the Civil War. Gives his opinion on African American regiments. Discusses the adventures of a man who went to jail. Mentions how...
GLC05981.28
30 June 1863
Writes from "befor Vicksburg." Notes that his regiment fought and his general was killed. During battle, many soldiers have been wounded but another regiment came in and helped. He wonders when the killing will stop.
GLC05981.29
14 July 1863
Discusses the situation with the mail. Writes about his friend who is a soldier. Notes that he has been working very hard.
GLC05981.30
4 August 1863
Writes "I don't think my poor body can stand much more severe broiling." Mentions his first experience on a mule.
GLC05981.31
10 August 1863
Wants to come home but has no idea where or how he will end up after the war. Tells Mary that he cannot come home at this time, like he said a year ago.
GLC05981.32
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