Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his parents
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.038 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: St. Louis, Missouri Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 February 1863 Pagination: 2 p : envelope ; 12.5 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy
Complains about the rainy weather and the unpleasantness of the barracks. Does not know what goes on outside the barracks, although he can get a pass to go out.Written at the Benton Barracks Union Military Camp
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