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25 February 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He mentions that he was mistaken in his opinion that McCllelen could command the Potomac army. His actions have proved otherwise. He requests dried fruit, butter and cheese.

GLC02172.61

27 February 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

He encourages his brother not to miss out on opportunities like getting an education while he is young.

GLC02172.62

17 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

They have been fighting up on the Blackwater. They are under marching orders again. He is glad to hear his father has got into business again.

GLC02172.63

28 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

He is sending 50 dollars and wants his brother to tell him when he receives it.

GLC02172.64

29 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

Two weeks ago they left camp. The journey to Baltimore was rough. Many men became sea sick. They then went to Louisville and are now in Bardsville. He sent his brother some money.

GLC02172.65

28 March 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph document

Title: Adams Express form

For the 50 dollars he sent his brother.

GLC02172.66

13 April 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H. (Henry)

Everyone is excited about the fighting at Charleston. He mentions Joe Hooker.

GLC02172.67

26 May 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

They are camped near a small town called Columbia. He wishes his father could come visit. He thinks they will cross the river since the Rebel general is reported to be across the river.

GLC02172.69

2 June 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

They returned from an expedition out to Cumberland river that did not amount to much. It rained much of the time and the Rebels captured some horses and made the sheriff sewr allegiance to their government.

GLC02172.70

13 July 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

Vicksburg surrendered. Very, very faded.

GLC02172.71

20 September 1863

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He has been detailed as a nurse and does not know when he get out to see his brother. He knows his brother wants to marry but he tells him to look before he leaps.

GLC02172.72

16 September 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He wanted to come home to the state fair but his horse was too tired. He went to see Ms. Castes to see if he could hire a horse, but her folks will be using all the horses. He may get home next week. He hasn't heard from Frank.

GLC02172.73

18 December 1863

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They are now in Knoxville. The regiment has suffered losses. Major Byington is dead. Captain Farren is wounded.

GLC02172.77

4 February 1864

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

The officers have been trying to get soldiers to reenlist. More reenlisted than the number of people who actually showed up for duty. Those that did not reenlist had to be transferred to another regiment. Was written near Knoxville, Tennessee.

GLC02172.78

15 April 1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Loid Porter

They found all of this cattle. They counted the cattle.

GLC02172.79

28 August 1864

Porter, Hank, fl. 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He was sorry to hear of the death of Uncle James. They have not heard from Sam or Matt. Theyw ere offered 1 dollar per pound for their wool.

GLC02172.80

28 August 1864

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He hopes his father has gotten over his sickness. They had a disagreement and he hopes this does not chnage his father's opinion of him.

GLC02172.81

10 March 1864

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He does not know what to think about his brother's idea to sell the homestead. He doesn't know what he will do after he gets out of the service. Newspaper clipping features list of names of those drafted.

GLC02172.82

7 February 1865

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

Thier father arrived. He brought a wagon with him. Eventually he will send for Theodore to come out as well. He wishes he could have been at his brother's wedding. He calls himself an old bachelor destined to live in the woods.

GLC02172.83

23 April 1865

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He has not felt better since he left the army. He is helping ftaher herd his cattle. Their father would like to borrow 50 dollars.

GLC02172.84

17 May 1865

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

Theodore is sick. It has been raining alot. They have 350 cattle in all. They are thinking about herding sheep as well but he wants his brother's opinion.

GLC02172.85