Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his parents
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.066 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Loudon, TN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 March 1864 Pagination: 3 p : envelope ; 12.7 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Reports that Longstreet has left the vicinity of Knoxville and is likely headed towards Georgia. Writes that there is considerable sickness at camp caused by "sick wheat flour". Believes that the bridge crossing will be finished by the middle of the month. Hopes to be paid soon upon which he will try to send some money home.
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