9 September 1863

Merritt, John B., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He writes about a battle in Georgia between Rosecrans and Bragg in which both armies were used up. General Thomas gets the credit on their side

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6 September 1863

Merritt, John B., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He mentions Gus Snow and Jimmy Armstrong. He talks about how great the weather is and bemoans the fact that there are not many women at Hilton's Head.

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31 October 1863

Merritt, John B., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He dreamt there had been a battle of Chattanooga. Even though Pemberton is dead, he dreamt he commanded the rebel forces and was defeated. He tells Richard about the shoe business and the different ladies that come into his shop.

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13 December 1863

Merritt, John B., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He writes he is glad to hear of the death of those "inhuman monsters." It is not clear what he is referring to since he he says they can stand on their hind legs. He relays the news that a steamboat was destroyed by fire. Describes a surprise party he wen to.

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January 12, 1864

Merritt, John B., fl. 1861-1864

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Richard H. Jackson

He describes his Christmas and New Years in which he ate and drank alot. New Year's Day is also his birthday and his friends said "he would drink the Croton dry."

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