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Parrott, Henry C., fl. 1861-1877 to sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03858.02.15 Author/Creator: Parrott, Henry C., fl. 1861-1877 Place Written: Chattanooga, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 November 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 18.7 cm Order a Copy

Henry expects that they will stay at Camp Whiteside through the winter. They have not fought since they left Murfreesboro and he does not anticipate fighting soon since they are now in towards the rear of the Union line. He had the Bilious fever last week but is almost recovered now. He may be able to obtain a furlough soon. Written at Camp Whiteside.

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