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28 October 1862

Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He includes a copy of a letter he received from a friend of his informing him of the safety of the money he sent earlier.

GLC07705.236

29 October 1862

Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He is mainly concerned with the movements of Burnside and knows it will be diffficult for his son to respond while on the march, worries for his health and safety.

GLC07705.237

31 October 1862

Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

Congratulates his son on his promotion.

GLC07705.238

2 November 1862

Jackson, Elizabeth, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

She gives him some gentle addvice: "do not lose yourself in your new position, strive to do right and keep away from bad company..."

GLC07705.239

3 November 1862

Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He wishes him success in his new promotion. Then lists the articles his son has asked him to send. He fills him in on the news such as that of Captain Hannah who was shot through the head by a man who seized his horse. Mr. Watson also congratulates him on his new promotion.

GLC07705.240

4 November 1862

Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He will be sending the valise of all the items he requested and is anxious to hear of its receipt.

GLC07705.241

28 November 1862

Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He prays for his safety and writes that Marcy visited with her younger sister and is disppointed not to have received any letters from Richard.

GLC07705.242

30 November 1862

Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

Two letters sent in same envelope. One from Elizabeth Jackson and another from Henry Jackson written on the same day. He has sent the valise with everything requested..Elizabeth heard a friend of had died.

GLC07705.243

21 March 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He is glad that his father received the $35. He regrets that there is no news and is forced to write a short letter.

GLC07705.052

27 March 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He writes that since Roanoke was taken, hundreds of slaves have left their masters and sought protection from the Union and are now employed by the government.

GLC07705.053

10 April 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

They were ordered to embark on board the gun boat "Virginia." They anchored where they found a house and a man with a truce flag. 25 or 30 men came out which they took as prisoners. They all got new uniforms.

GLC07705.054

15 April 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He enjoyed the Chaplain's lecture. He is going to Elizabeth City next.

GLC07705.055

17 April 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

General Johnston has been reported dead. He believes Jefferson Davis will soon meet his fate. Mentions Mr. Watson.

GLC07705.056

25 April 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He gives a detailed account of the Battle of River Bridge. A close friend of his , William, is killed in battle. In total they lost 12 or 15 men.

GLC07705.057

1 May 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He complains he has not received any mail from him lately. Hewmentions their Adjutant who was killed in River Bridge.

GLC07705.058

1 May 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

An order was read to reduce the regiment of three corporals. A John Davis was one of them. He warns his father not to tell John's parents.

GLC07705.059

5 May 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

The received a letter from John Davis's sister asking why his father hasn't called on him.

GLC07705.060

5 May 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether he will get furlough.

GLC07705.061

12 May 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union." He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.

GLC07705.062

18 May 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He complains the only mail he receives are newspapers and his friends seem to have forgotten him.

GLC07705.063

23 May 1862

Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He received the news of his father's upcoming marriage and trip to Rochester. Fred L., who has been sick for some time received a furlough. He mentions all the possessions he left behind when he enlisted.

GLC07705.064