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Morris, Joseph W., fl. 1862-1863 to: George M. Morris.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06451.029 Author/Creator: Morris, Joseph W., fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: Camp Hamilton, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1862/03/22 Pagination: 2 p. Order a Copy

Joseph reports that they wade out to the oyster beds after the tide goes out early in the morning. General McClellan's division is coming soon so he should see Charles. Written at Camp Hamilton

Morris, George M., fl. 1861

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