13 November 1864

Muzzey, George H., fl. 1864-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Assures his parents that he is in good health and is treated well despite being confined in Libby Prison. Informs that he has been in prison now for two weeks after being captured while out foraging. Relays that a friend, George Ingerson, asks if they can go see his uncle to let him know Ingerson is okay. Hopes to get out soon. Mentions a possible love interest, "Tell C_ [Clara] I think of her often during these long lonesome hours and I hope the same of her." Muzzey enlisted in Company F, 26th Infantry Regiment Massachusetts on 18 October 1861. He was taken as a POW on 26 October 1864…

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February 5, 1865

Muzzey, George H., fl. 1864-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Writes while confined as a POW in Libby Prison. Informs his parents that he has been given a position as clerk in the office of the Prisons of Richmond. Asks that they send him a sugar cured ham, dried salmon, other dried meats, coffee, tea, sugar, needles, pins, thread, crackers or bread, and butter. Adds that some salt, pepper, and tobacco would also be good. Tells them to address it to him at Libby Prison "by Flag of Truce via City Point, Va." Mentions Clara (a possible girlfriend) and asks that they tell her he thinks of her. Recounts his capture on 26 October 1864 by Colonel John…

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