1864-1865

Nicholson, Charles, fl. 1864-1865

Header Record

Title: [Collection of Charles Nicholson, battery L, 5th regiment, Pennsylvania, heavy artillery] [Decimalized .01- .12]

Charles Nicholson was a Private in the 5th Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery, Co. L. Other letters were written by another soldier in the same family, to their cousin Alice. Writes about Lincoln's death and a cousin's death in Libby prison. Collection contains 10 items, 5 envelopes, 2 photographs, as well as various clippings.

GLC02171

1864

Nicholson, Charles, fl. 1864-1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Allie

He learned by letter that his father has become an invalid. He talks of the various troubles associated with their father's illness. He tells Allie not undervalue letter writing, particularly when she is so gifted.

GLC02171.01