Cherry, Joseph B., fl. 1864 to George Wortham
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02233.50 Author/Creator: Cherry, Joseph B., fl. 1864 Place Written: Windsor, North Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 July 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.5 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy
Cherry has convinced three deserters to return to the army, and hopes Wortham will grant them permission to fight. Attests that they have good character, and only deserted to escape being captured by the Union. Accompanied by blank page of stationery with Union Eagle.
Excerpt: "…These three men here in my neighborhood…have been induced to come in out of the woods & surrender themselves…They have been good soldiers & true men…They made their escape from the Enemy & have concealed themselves till now…."
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