11 February 1865

Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to father

missing letters, receipt of Brooklyn and religious newspapers, attendance at the Seventh Baptist Church and an enthusiatic report of Mr. Fuller's sermon, his sister Mary's religious development, the payment of his washwoman, food, and his overall health. Written on letterhead with an etching of Fort McHenry.

GLC02180.22

25 February 1865

Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to father

a shipment of coats and blankets to his father, news that the 91st Regiment will be leaving for City Point, and anticipation of service.

GLC02180.23

28 March 1865

Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to father

marching in review before President Lincoln, account of marching, artillery shelling and prisoners, and request for steel pens.

GLC02180.24

6 April 1865

Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to father

reports of the death of men in his company, the capture of Confederate forces, Morse's brief hospitalization with a fever, anticipation of going to St. Petersburg.

GLC02180.25

19 April 1865

Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to father

report of battle and retreat, loss of knapsack and clothes, assassination of President Lincoln, and an accounting of the wounded and the dead.

GLC02180.26

22 April 1865

Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868

Autograph letter signed

Title: to mother

hardships of camp life, the surrender of Johnston, family matters, and Chris Skelton's letter from Hart's Island.

GLC02180.27

4/3/1869

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Cousin

Signed Francis. No last name.

GLC02197.045

9/1/1869

Cover, John, fl. 1870-1887

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Nephew

GLC02197.046

2/26/1863

Cover, John, fl. 1870-1887

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Brother

GLC02197.047

7/24/1867

Autograph letter

Title: to Sister

GLC02197.048

11 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Their connection is so strong that when he is writing to her it almost seems like they are talking face to face.

GLC02744.094

09 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about his faith in God. He answers her questions regarding his trunk.

GLC02744.095

20 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that one of their men fell from a tree and dislocated his wrist. He reiterates that God gave him the greatest gift of all: her.

GLC02744.096

21 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about how an officer of his rank never has to worry about food or shelter. Notes how much money the war is costing.

GLC02744.097

22 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He is anxious for Lucien to attend school. He writes that he feels the sufferings of his fellow soldiers. Notes that enemy is in Fredricksburg.

GLC02744.098

25 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

Tells her not to worry so much. Writes he might be able to send for her in 4-6 weeks. They have both gained weight. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.099

28 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes the possibility of a battle has now become very faint. tells her to always confide in God. Mentions Park. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.100

30 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He tells her again not to believe what she reads in the newspaper. currently has a cold. He is feeling lonely and homesick. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.101

29 November 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about Lucien. He tells her to let him outside as much as possible, otherwise if he is inside make sure he is in a warm room. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg

GLC02744.102.01

20 November 1862

Newspaper clipping

Title: On the Banks of the [Rappahannock] opposite Fredericksburg, Nov. 20, 1862

Union and rebel soldiers have a spat across the river.

GLC02744.102.02

01 December 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He talks about the change in leadership from McClellan to Burnside. He writes that McClellan is a genius but he failed to fight sometimes.

GLC02744.103

03 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes of a time when they thought nothing but death would separate them. Feels that he has not done enough for her over the years.

GLC02744.104

04 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes about how he can love God more as he does not feel his faith is strong enough. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC02744.105

07 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He writes that sickness like Typhoid Fever has been claiming the lives of their men. Thirty have died. He talks about the advantages of getting a tenement. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC02744.106

09 December 1862

Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee

He mentions that Chelsea is coming home. Talks about the whiskey ration that he says is usually unnecesary. Fortunately the officers in his regiment don't drink. Written in a camp near Falmouth

GLC02744.107