Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 to Sister
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.19 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 September 1861 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 18.2 x 22.5 cm. Order a Copy
Informs sister that some of the "Baptor five Zouaves" came through his camp this morning. Reports that they were received by General George McClellan and their new Brigadier General, George Meade. Tells her that everything is quiet now. In a post script, relates that she should not be concerned if he isn't home for Christmas, stating that he expects to eat Christmas dinner in Philadelphia, "for they are now getting the enemy completely surrounded." Last page of letter written in pencil. Written on red and blue bordered stationery with a small image of a woman and the words, "Union and Prosperity" in the top left corner.
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