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Their regiment has captured Roanoke Island (50 pieces of artillery and over 2000 prisoners). Next they go to Raleigh. He received his pay again and sent most of it to his father.

GLC07705.045

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written over, cannot be read. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

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He embarked on board a gun boat named Commodore Barney whose sole mission was to burn down a railroad bridge. Hedescribes a somewhat eventful journey and encampment. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

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He writes of the difficulty of staying in contact. He is glad that he has survived a severe battle. He lists all the people he has not heard from in a while.Written aboard the steamer "Virginia"

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They have now been ordered to garrison on Roanoke. He describes his quarters in great detail.

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He writes of an intimate acquaintance of his that was recently promoted.

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He remarks upon the newspapers his father has sent him that include articles about recent battles. A particular editorial has him riled...their regiment received a beautiful new flag.

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

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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.

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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.

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

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

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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.

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

GLC07705.058

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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.

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

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

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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.

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

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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.

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He is sending this letter as well as some other things along with a Corp. Hugh McMann.

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Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1924

Engraving of unknown woman

One engraving of an unknown woman dated circa 1865. Three quarter length portrait of a woman in a fancy dress with a shawl edged in fur and a wreath of flowers in her hair.

GLC08878.1925

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1926

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man in a suit.

GLC08878.1927