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Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 to Elvira Winegar

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01014.030 Author/Creator: Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Lake Providence, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 13, 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 13.5 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

William Boyce is dead. George is sick. While the boys were out foraging, they were attacked by the rebels. The rebels took 17 prisoners.

Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865
Winegar, Elvira, fl. 1862-1865

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