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Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877 to: sister Carrie.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07164.35 Author/Creator: Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877 Place Written: Camp at Warrenton. Type: Letter signed Date: 1862/11/14 Pagination: Folio, 2.5 p. Order a Copy

Describes his sickness and how he hopes it will lead to a discharge. Mentions promise former regimental doctor who promised him a discharge, a promise which will not be held by the present doctor. Fearing that his sickness will kill him, Theodore speaks of the plans of a mass desertion.

Neafie, Theodore Frelinghuysen, 1845-1879

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