Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his parents
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.030 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Bowling Green, Kentucky Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 November 1862 Pagination: 4 p : envelope ; 12.5 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
Writes that the soldiers prefer Rosecrans to Buell. Reports that General Gilbert was arrested at Perryville. Continues to write about the battle of Perryville, which has led him to believe that rebels are not cowards but "brave as yankees dare to be." Points out that many of the dead and wounded were barefoot. Also writes that the company was armed with minnie rifles, the best in the service.
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