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Fuller, Franklin W., fl. 1861-1865 to Mary

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.42.18 Author/Creator: Fuller, Franklin W., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Bowling Green, Kentucky Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 November 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 16.3 cm, Width: 20.4 cm Order a Copy

It is raining out so he cannot go for his usual walk. Writes that it is discouraging to be an "invalid" sometimes. He states that his appetite and strength are only a "little better." Writes that he is still having difficulty with his stomach but that it is better then before. Wishes that he could have a few weeks with his friends but does not think that this will be possible. He has a plan to go see his uncle by boarding a train with help of some friends. From there he will be able to see her and then will head back to rejoin his regiment. He has thought of this plan because he cannot get a furlough. He does no think that he will be in danger of being a deserter as he plans on returning after visiting her and his uncle. He still has not made up his mind if he will attempt this plan or not.

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