Damuth, Dolphus, fl. 1839-1913 to Maria Damuth
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.14.20 Author/Creator: Damuth, Dolphus, fl. 1839-1913 Place Written: Helena, Arkansas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 April 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope ; 12.5 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Writes that the 29th Wisconsin plans to leave Helena tomorrow. Writes again on the 10 April as the 29th Wisconsin and 2nd Ohio Battery start out. Damuth is still uncertain of their destination. Mentions that his four months pay should be coming soon. Has considered joining one of the regiments of black soldiers.
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