Day, Mark (fl. 1862-1863) to Sarah Ogden
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06559.016 Author/Creator: Day, Mark (fl. 1862-1863) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 November 1862 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.6 x 13.2 cm. Order a Copy
Reports on his health and on his mother's death. His regiment is attempting to obtain his discharge, but he does not want to go home yet. Tells Ogden that he would like to visit her if he lives. Also comments unfavorably on the care he received in the Detroit Hospital. Includes an embossed seal in the upper left hand corner.
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