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Davison, Nathaniel R., fl. 1861-1863 to Sallie and the babies

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03135.07.03 Author/Creator: Davison, Nathaniel R., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Goldsboro, NC Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 15, 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 21 cm, Width: 26 cm Order a Copy

Nathaniel R. Davison writes to his sister, Sallie, and her children from Goldsboro, NC. He speaks of Union troops advancing toward Kinston, NC, and he describes life in camp, including the mild winter and his commissary duties. Davison writes that he almost got married and asks about the engagement of his friends, Kate and Jim Finley.

Davison, Nathaniel R., fl. 1861-1863
Finley, Jim, fl. 1863
McFaddin (major), fl. 1863

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