30 October 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is somewhere in the woods. He is writing by the light of a camp fire.

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02 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He saw Sam. He does not think he will get a furlough any time soon. Written in a camp near Suffolk, Virginia

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05 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about what his faith has done for him. Written in a camp near Suffolk, Virginia

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08 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that he has a very pleasant camp along the river. gunboats patrol up and down and there are several rowboats available. Written in a camp near Suffolk, Virginia

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15 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He wonders why the 21st was not mentioned in the list of killed and wounded since one man was killed and three were wounded. Mentions Hooker's withdrawal.

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14 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He encamped at Brewer's Hill. He talks of the general's plan to occupy the line along the Mansemand River.

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21 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He misses Charlie and Lucien. wishes to see William. He asks if her dress is done.

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18 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He thinks of her always and wishes she could be with him.

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25 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that Hooker's defeat prevented the rebels from sending reinforcements to the Southwest. He hopes that Grant can be successful.

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29 May 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that his camp is near the Portsmouth railroad. He misses his family terribly.

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01 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes at great length about his love for and how their lives are connected.

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03 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is worried about the threat of Scarlet Fever for the children...talks about how his furlough may or may not affect her.

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04 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is still worried about Scarlet Fever. He talks about the prices of food. Said he has not recovered from his lameness.

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01 June 1890

Henry, E.S., fl. 1890

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Charles A. Burpee

Letter written to Thomas's son Charlie. He has enclosed some letters. Most of letter is illegible.

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08 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry E. Stevens

He is about six miles from Portsmouth. He spends his days bulding forts. He is living a better life than when they were in the Potomac Army.

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01 January 1864

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Henry E. Stevens

He writes of his living arrangements. He asks Henry to visit him.

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09 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Captain

Two draft copies. Letter of resignation. Cannot assume current post because he suffers from Chronic Rheumatism and Billious Fever.

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10 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes he will not get to Connecticut before the end of the week. asks if she has written to Ann Warner yet.

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12 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He thinks that Vicksburg or Port Hudson will fall. He thinks that the Rebels do not have as many men as the Union.

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13 June 1863

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He got a leave of absence for 30 days on account of disabilty.

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21 August 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes they had a greatd deal of visitors. Written at Camp Foote.

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20 August 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes he has been so busy he has not had time to see anyone. Written at Camp Foote.

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22 August 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He received her letter about Ely.

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26 August 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes he had a bad cold yesterday.

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05 September 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about Christianity in the army.

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