Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 to Stockton Bates
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.23.05 Author/Creator: Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: White Oak, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 January 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 31.7 x 19.9 cm. Order a Copy
Describes the recuperation following the battle of Rappahannock due to mismanagement. The men are discouraged and do not support the recent presidential proclamation. There is constant effort to increase comfort, building log structures in camp, and little sickness.
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