Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 to Sister
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.21 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 November 1861 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 20.2 x 25.5 cm. Order a Copy
Expresses dismay about the news of his father's sickness. Complains of the cold weather, remarking that "if they dont put us in Winter Quarters this winter we will all be dead before spring." Written on stationery with embossed image of soldier holding flag with the words, "Brave in the field, Wise in council, A true patriot, Loyal to the Constitution & Union" underneath. Letter written in pencil.
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