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Brunt, William, fl. 1863-1865 to Martha Weir

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07006.07 Author/Creator: Brunt, William, fl. 1863-1865 Place Written: Clarkesville, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 May 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.5 x 13 cm. Order a Copy

Writes that his regiment has been stationed in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in the "Topographical Engineer department." Responds to news that some of his correspondence has been lost en route to Martha. Tells about a trip in March to return his wife and children to their home. Replies to news of Martha's loneliness at home "in the society of secesh sympathizers."

Brunt, William, fl. 1863-1865
Weir, Martha, fl. 1863-1865

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