Painter, Heber, 1841-1900 to sister Kate
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02016.086 Author/Creator: Painter, Heber, 1841-1900 Place Written: Staunton, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 July 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
Discusses his visit to Weirs cave and wishes that his family could have accompanied him. Writes that Col. Clay is in command of the sub-district of Staunton. Reports that not much is happening at camp and feels that the men will become demoralized by there extended stay in camp. Two officers have resigned and gone home while a few more are planning to submit their resignations. He is currently acting as adjutant of the regiment and commander of the company.
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