Davison, Nathaniel R., fl. 1861-1863 to Sallie and Mother
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03135.07.02 Author/Creator: Davison, Nathaniel R., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Dumfries, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 March 1862 Pagination: 2 p. ; 21 x 26 cm. Order a Copy
Nathaniel R. Davison writes to his sister, Sallie, and his mother from Camp Fisher. He is not able to secure a furlough, so he will not be able to visit home soon. He feels certain that a major move is likely, though he does not know to where. The Union forces made trouble at Fort Donelson, taking many Confederate troops prisoners. Written at Camp Fisher.
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