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to: sister.

Describes the conditions of the state of Maryland, along with the news of the reception of a stove for the tent in which he resides, and the life in camp with a new regimental Major.

GLC07164.18

to: sister.

News of a possible attack on Winchester, along with details of life while on the march, and a request for stamps.

GLC07164.19

to: sister.

News of camp life, especially the poor rations and his inability to receive pay in the form of bills, and the life of a soldier in a regiment led by Generals who proceed without orders.

GLC07164.20

to: sister.

Details the regiment's positioning to Harper's Ferry in order to act as a reserve force for the attack on Winchester, along with a request for stamps. Theodore sends congratulations on the birth of his sister's son.

GLC07164.21

to: sister.

Description of the regiments sickness of war, along with a detailing of the reorganization of the regimental officers. Sends news that the regiment has finally become recognized and commissioned, and details more skirmishes with the rebels.
Written...

GLC07164.22

to: sister.

Sends news that he finally got paid, although he is still due two months back pay, in addition of the need for stamps and news from back home. Promises to send a book on the life of Baker. Written at Camp Winfield Scott.

GLC07164.23

to: sister.

Details the regiments role as it acts as a flanking army to that of McClellan, while sending news of the destruction of the Merrimac. He states that newspapers are scarce, and that the Union Army is close to claiming Richmond.

GLC07164.24

to: sister.

Describes skirmishes with rebels, along with life on guard duty. He sends news of a battle in which his regiment saved the day.

GLC07164.25

to: sister.

Having recently been paid by the commanding officer, Theodore forwards money home for the purchase of a new suit. He notes that the regiment has experienced more deaths while on guard duty than when in battle.

GLC07164.26

to: sister.

Wanting to know if the money he sent home has been received, tells of fears of going on guard duty, for he fears being wounded while on the picket line - "if I get through this I shall consider myself very lucky."

GLC07164.27

to: sister.

Forwards the description of the regiment's last battle, along with news of his own recent sickness. Sends a list of items he feels that he needs, including blankets, socks, stamps and other such items.

GLC07164.28

to: sister.

He again sends the list of items which he requires, stating that the items are exorbitantly priced at the suttler's tent. He describes the conditions of camp life, including sleeping in a corn field.

GLC07164.29

to: sister.

Details the breakup of the regiment, and states how he loves the experience of the war. However, he describes his dislike of officers who hold their black servants in higher regard than they do the white soldiers.

GLC07164.30

to: sister.

Relays the news which he has received from another sister. He requests that she send him envelopes and stamps, along with money.

GLC07164.31

to: sister.

He requests that his sister sends him ten dollars. Warning of a big move by the union army, he describes the stupidity of General Patterson, and mentions that he ran into several acquaintances from home.

GLC07164.32

to: sister Carrie.

News of friends known to his sister, along with a plan of the regiment's camp and a description of the battle of Antietam, in which his regiment lost 300 of 500 men.

GLC07164.33

to: sister

Sends thanks for the items which she sent to him, detailing how items can be bartered at camp and their values. He also speaks of life in camp and his hope to be discharged.

GLC07164.34

to: sister Carrie.

Describes his sickness and how he hopes it will lead to a discharge. Mentions promise former regimental doctor who promised him a discharge, a promise which will not be held by the present doctor. Fearing that his sickness will kill him, Theodore...

GLC07164.35

to: Guardian.

Detailing the loss of his personal effects, and the failure of his efforts at obtaining a discharge, Theodore requests money form the recipient, who is most likely Egbert Millspaugh
Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.

GLC07164.36

to: Egbert Millspaugh.

Having given up all hopes of a reply from Mr. Millspaugh, fearing that "you care nothing for me," Theodore has decided to desert.
Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.37

to: sister.

A list of items that he request be sent to him, including pins, needles, towels, handkerchiefs, thread, buttons, food and clothing.
Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.

GLC07164.38

to: sister.

Details how he will attempt one last shot at a discharge, claiming that if he fails then he will desert. He also describes the "bitter cold" which he is experiencing in the field.
Written in a camp near Fredericksburg.

GLC07164.39

to: sister.

Describes his need of a proper wash, along with his lack of money which causes him to request that she send some more. Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.40

to: sister.

Describes conditions which led to the delay of his regiment's move from their present position, along with its contempt of General Burnside. He mentions the prevalence of desertions, along with news of a possible upcoming battle with the rebels...

GLC07164.41

to: sister.

He sends thanks for his sister forwarding the four dollars to him, and requests news from home. He mentions how he is contemptuous of Captain Crist, along with his dislike of the bad rations.
Written in a camp near Falmouth.

GLC07164.42