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Arthur, D. B. (fl. 1862-1904) Diary [July-Dec. 1865]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06245.07 Author/Creator: Arthur, D. B. (fl. 1862-1904) Place Written: [various places] Type: Diary Date: 1 July 1865 - 30 September 1865 Pagination: 95 p. ; 11 x 16.5 cm. Order a Copy

He records the weather every day and mentions the mail he receives.On July 22, he mentions a fellow soldier whose body they were unable to find. He often goes through his day, saying who he had dinner with and any other notable activities.

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