Painter, Heber, 1841-1900 to his sister
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02016.010 Author/Creator: Painter, Heber, 1841-1900 Place Written: Hampton, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 April 1862 Pagination: 3 p. ; 25 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Reports on the bombardment of Yorktown, which is about twenty miles from Camp Hamilton. Discusses the second lieutenant's report of Yorktown, stating that the rebels were completely surrounded by General McClellan. Complains of a sore throat, but is otherwise well. Includes instructions to destroy the letter.Written in Camp Hamilton, first named Camp Troy. The Fortress Monroe lies in the same vicinity.
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