3 November 1863

Porter, Charles F., fl. 1861-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They had to stay in the barracks for a while and were not allowed to do much. However through the help of some friends they managed to get out every night. Theyw ere treated as straglers or deserters. He is sorry to hear his brother is drafted.

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2 November 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

There was heavy firing going on down the river yesterday afternoon. They brought in the wounded this afternoon. Last night one of the third regiment shot his hand off. Written in Camp Lyon .

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6 November 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

Tomorrow morning the regiment marches toward Tahrick Church. Many think the South will sue for peace in about six weeks' time. Written in Camp Lyon

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16 November 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

There was a report about a small fight in Western Virginia in the morning paper. He has been catching colds lately and has an awful one right now. But he can take it for he is as 'tough as a bull." Written in Camp Lyon

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19 November 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He has explored Mt. Vernon in and out. He promises to write about it while on picket. The latest news from the naval fleet is that they were at Beaufort, SC and are now marching toward Charleston. Written in Camp Lyon

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1 December 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

The regiment is camped in support of a battery about half a mile from Frederich. Their pickets are on one side and the Rebels are on the other. He writes that if his brother had told him before he enlisted taht he could endure such hardship he would not have believed it.

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9 December 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They have been in their current location 8 weeks now. He does not know how much longer they will be there. Their pickets were fired upon by the Rebel cavalry.

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22 December 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

No more furloughs will be granted. The Colonel is confident there will be a forward movement of the grand army.

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31 December 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

The Rebel pickets are three miles away. There is firing on both the right and left. He wishes could get a chance to take a sleigh ride. He will get his next two months pay this morning.

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14 January 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

The rebels have blockaded the Potomac down below her about 45 miles. They fired 21 shots. Once again he tells Henry not to enlist and to stay at home. Last night the pickets were firing.

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21 January 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They have been on picket guard for four days. They got paid but he hasn't had a chance to send him money yet. It has been very muddy because of the rains.

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30 January 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Father

He thanks him father for the package. It contained everything he most needed.He goes over the money he has sent so far and what should happen if doesn't make it home.

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6 February 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother H (Henry)

He says everything is dull lately. Dull and muddy. He tells him he received the box that father sent.

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7 February 1862

Spencer, Edgar, fl. 1860

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Friend Henry

Last week on picket duty, they shot twelve rebels and took a couple prisoners.

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23 February 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

There is much excitement over Fort Donaldson [Fort Donelson] and Burnsides' Expedition. They should make a forward movement soon. He likes the picture Henry sent.

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23 February 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They left camp about a week ago and are now near Newport News. They have better sleeping quarters than ever before. A mutual friend is in the hospital.

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14 March 1861

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They are now in Fort Lyon, near Alexandria. He hears they are to reinforce Burnsides. Very faded Written in Camp Lyon

GLC02172.42

14 April 1863

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He is now heading cattle. He talks about the land and how much each cow costs.

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circa 1861-1865

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He talks of money matters. He will send Henry 40 dollars and he may sell his cattle.

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16 April 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

Their campground was near the city of Hampton. He mentions some historical events that took place in town.He has talked to Edward a number of times.

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7 May 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He describes a battle in which 139 were wounded and a few reported missing. There was a swamp in the equation and descriptions of being six inches deep.

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16 May 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

A lot of the boys are sick in the hospitals They haven't been able to get any newspapers for a while. He sees boats pull up to Cumberland's Landing. Written at McClellan's Camp at Cumberland's Landing.

GLC02172.47

2 June 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

He describes another tremendous fight.

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9 June 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

They are camped near Richmond now and are awaiting reinforcements. The papers report the previous fight was particularly tough. He needs paper and postage stamps.

GLC02172.49

23 June 1862

Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother Henry

It is getting dusty in the swamp. Water is scarce. They are getting closer to picket time. The Rebels are not far away. The Michigan troops had a fight in front of Hooker's division. When the pay master comes around, he will send some money.

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