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January 11,1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Mentions receipt of socks, gloves and diary from home. References Battle of Fredericksburg, Union Commander William S. Rosecrans and the Battle of Murfreesboro. Also comments on General W. T. Brooks' thoughts on the 2nd Regiment and their courage during the Battle of Sharpsburg. Describes his feelings towards General George B. McClellan whom he admires greatly. Written from Camp at Belle Plain Landing, Virginia.

GLC03523.18.02

January 12, 1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Provides an illustration and description of Union and Confederate battle formations including skirmish lines, lines of battle for infantry, batteries, and reserves. Mentions his promotion to orderly sergeant, and details the duties associated with this job. Describes his camp at Belle Plain Landing in Virginia, where this letter was written.

GLC03523.18.03

15 May 1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Discusses the Second Battle of Fredericksburg and the death of his tent mate who was "shot dead after we gained the [Marye's] heights." Wishes "the President would put his conscription in force for one million of men…and make putting down the rebelion the business of the nation…" Written from "Camp Near White Oak Church, Virginia."

GLC03523.18.04

4 June 1863

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sister Mamie

Expresses his disappointment over Hooker's decision to attend a ball at the headquarters of General A. P. Howe. Provides a full description of a brigade dress-parade.

GLC03523.18.05

2 April 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to parents

Requests that his parents collect his town bounty from the town treasury. Encourages them to move and open a store in West Lebanon, New Hampshire. Also includes a quote from David Crocket: "be sure you are right then go ahead." Comments on the weather and a recent horse race. Mentions the resignation of Colonel James H. Walbridge and new commander Lieutenant Colonel Stone. Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.06

22 April 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to mother

Provides orderly duties and specific orders received from Captain Orville Bixby. Details work including the completion of muster rolls and vouchers. Mentions clothing, books and monthly returns. Inquires about town bounty, state pay, and the opening of the store. Encloses photographs (not present) and lists names of those photographed. Mentions that Lieutenant General Ulysses Grant was not at the review of the corps, and that he did not "see our great General." Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.07

3 May 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to mother

Expresses confidence in General Ulysses S. Grant's current plans and prays that "God may grant that this campaign may end this Hydra headed rebellion and cause the people of the south to see the error of their ways and return to their aliegance." Prepares for a five-day march. Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.08

13 May 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to parents

Describes fighting during Wilderness Campaign and the death of Captain Orville Bixby. Lists casualties and includes a description of battle. Praises and gives thanks to God for sparing his life during fighting, and provides an account of being struck when a "spent ball hit my leg but did not disable me." Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.09

16 May 1864

Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to parents

Discusses "very hard fighting" in recent battles, and lists the names of the men from the regiment killed in action. Most likely referencing the battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse that occurred on 12 May, though this is not indicated in the letter. Pre-printed letterhead reads: Headquarters - Second Vermont Infantry, Sixth Corps.

GLC03523.18.10

24 March 1864