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Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 to: Mary Epperly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.016 Author/Creator: Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 Place Written: Henrico County, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 June 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

Describes himself as a cannoneer who helps to load the guns. Notes that three of their guns have been ordered away, probably to join General [Stonewall] Jackson. Mentions that men of a nearby infantry unit offered members of his regiment $50 to switch places. The infantry regiment thinks the artillery units have it easy since they do not fight in close combat. A note at the close of the letter is addressed from Joseph H. Phleagar to Harry Phleagar.

Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904

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