Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 to Amanda Wilkinson
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.13.045 Author/Creator: Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Fair Oaks, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 June 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 12.7 cm Order a Copy
Written on the battlefield of Fair Oaks, Virginia to his wife. Reported for duty for the first time in two weeks. They have had recent orders to repulse the enemy from their picket and he expects an attack. Writes that they formed lines of battle but no enemy appeared except for six which another picket took as prisoners. Is unsure of when they will take Richmond but hopes it will be soon so he can go home. Is glad to hear that their families are doing well. Sends her some money but notes that he had to spend 20 dollars to pay a debt. Writes that one of his friends died from the wounds he received at the Battle of Williamsburg. Hopes that the "Monitor" and other naval vessels will get into Richmond, Virginia. States that many of the men want to go home and think that "someone else should do a part."
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