21 May 1863
Bope, Abraham, 1837-?
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Eliza Jane Bope
Bope writes to his sister from a camp near Stafford. Discusses picket duty. Mentions the surrender of Jackson, Mississippi, and comments the war will soon be over. Refers to a coward in his regiment who was willingly taken prisoner by the Confederates. Complains that the weather is too warm. Asks her to write him more often. Envelope has a color emblem with the phrase, "The Union Forever."
GLC03523.03.16