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Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 to Stockton Bates

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.23.26 Author/Creator: Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Brandy Station, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 November 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 19.9 cm, Width: 25 cm Order a Copy

They move towards Richmond. Describes a battle and the capture of 4 artillery, 2000 small arms, 2 brigade commanders, and 1600 privates with 120 officers prisoners, including the "Louisiana Tigers, the men who carried long knives for the purpose of butchering our wounded." The Rebels left supplies and excellent quarters. "We make ourselves comfortable, these cold evenings, over large fires, discussing the various agitated questions of the day."

Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865
Bates, Stockton, fl. 1861-1866

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