Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 to his family
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03603.159 Author/Creator: Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 Place Written: Wheatland, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 October 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy
Describes the journey from Pleasant Valley and the activities of the other officers in the new camp. Writes that he dreads the idea of a winter campaign and also writes about his tent, blanket, and food situation in comparison to that of the enlisted men. Declares that Lieutenant Eaton has resigned and Lieutenant Goodrich of Company H has been promoted to his old place. Writes that this promotion is only temporary for Goodrich will be made a Captain soon. Stresses that this news is entirely secret and should not reach Lieutenant Shepard.
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