Brunt, William, fl. 1863-1865 to Martha Weir
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07006.03 Author/Creator: Brunt, William, fl. 1863-1865 Place Written: Dover, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 September 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 24.5 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to Martha about hurting his hand by accidentally falling down six weeks prior to writing -- "it is still swelled some & quite weak." Discusses health of family members and friends; mentions the birth of a grandson. Writes that the mail service has been irregular because low river water prevents easy water travel. Brunt's camp has been "scouting after the Guerillas," recently capturing two guerrilla soldiers who "were pritty saucy at first." The guerrilla soldiers are being held hostage in retaliation for the capture of two Union soldiers. Tells a detailed story of a deserter who was shot -- he "rode to the grave upon his coffin with perfect indifference laughing & joking as he passed along." Writes that he has received praise from his superiors in the army and that "I am indeed proud of the stand I took in KY." Closes his letter with a story about an accidental death of a citizen taken for a guerrilla soldier, then notes that "I think the Rebels must begin to think abought peace Chattanooga is ours & Charlestown nearly ours. The Feds are doing well this year." Written at Fort Donelson
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