March 15, 1863
Jackson, Edwin, fl. 1862-1865
Autograph letter signed
Title: to William Jackson
re: His brother Henry is getting a discharge due to his poor health; Jackson hopes this discharge will be processed soon. He discusses the school for Indian prisoners, describing it first as an expensive folly of the state but then complimenting the "poor miserable creatures" on their singing. He asks Bill to lend him money, as he doesn't know when they will be paid. He describes proudly how his clean gun passed inspection. He also mentions lady visitors who brought the troops popcorn and cakes. Written in camp in Forest City, Minnesota
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