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Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 [1864 diary]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02161.146 Author/Creator: Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 Place Written: s.l. Type: Diary Date: 1864 Pagination: 1 journal : leather Height: 15.4 cm, Width: 8.5 cm Order a Copy

In April, he notes that he does not like working under Butler which corresponds to one of his letters. In May he describes some very animated fighting occurring near their pickets. Later on the 28th he gives details of Henry's (a fellow soldier) death which he only alludes to in a letter. In the last entry he wonders when he will hear from Cassie, a common complaint throughout the letters. Includes 4 cards.

Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902

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