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Bell, Grove L., 1844-1863 to sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08913.10 Author/Creator: Bell, Grove L., 1844-1863 Place Written: Stafford Court House, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 April 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 25.7 cm Order a Copy

Bell to his sister. Written on 20th Connecticut stationery. Was waiting to be paid before writing this letter. Wants to send some money back to her. Discovered a box last Friday, and found his black hat inside. His new commander is "a grand good looking officer and looks as so he might be a good union man." His wife and daughters were accompanying him. Were building a new house, but have completed it. Hooker has "assessed the signs" and has ordered the regiment to move to participate in what will become the battle of Chancellorsville. Promises to send some money next time. Tells his sister to "send my thanks" to everyone he knows.

Bell, Grove L., 1844-1863

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