Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 to Amanda Wilkinson and his mother
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.13.028 Author/Creator: Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 December 1861 Pagination: 6 p. : envelope ; 20 x 12.1 cm. Order a Copy
Written from Camp Michigan, Virginia. Writes that he is much better then when he last wrote. The regiment has been working on building log hovels as their tents do not keep out the cold. States that they will most likely not campaign again until the spring. Thinks he will be able to return home sometimes in January, around the time his wife will give birth. Hopes that they have a boy as their first child. Writes to his mother that he knows she is doing her best to keep his wife healthy and comfortable. Explains that if he dies he would like his wife to be taken care of.
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