Cook, Gustave, 1835-1897 to Eliza Cook

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GLC#
GLC02570.11-View header record
Type
Letters
Date
December 25, 1861
Author/Creator
Cook, Gustave, 1835-1897
Title
to Eliza Cook
Place Written
Bells Station, Kentucky
Pagination
4 p. :
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

Recounts a battle where Cook's regiment lost 5 soldiers, including their commander. Describes the bullets whistling by his head. Has sent money home and promises to send more once he is promoted. News about local Fort Bend boys in camp.

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