Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his parents
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.033 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Nashville, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 December1862 Pagination: 2 p : envelope ; 12.5 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
Reports the death of Capt. Holden from a wound through the muscle of the arm below the elbow. Also reports that one corporal was killed and two wounded, leaving four corporals on duty. He has finally been paid and hopes to be paid again soon. Writes that there seems to be no opportunity to join a lodge in the area. Written in a camp near Nashville, Tennessee
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