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Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 to his family

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03603.254 Author/Creator: Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 Place Written: Near Portsmouth, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 28, 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

Describes his camp quarters. Notes that a good deal of his time has been spent making muster rolls detailing what each man lost while in Connecticut. Writes that the losses are due to the individual soldiers' carelessness and Lieutenant Morgan who allowed for bad behavior. Believes that the soldiers will be able to purchase new items with their bounties. Mentions that General Harland has been ordered to Plymouth, North Carolina and will be missed greatly.

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

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