Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 to Amanda Wilkinson and his mother
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.13.051 Author/Creator: Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 July 1862 Pagination: 6 p. : envelope Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.7 cm Order a Copy
Written near Harrison's Landing, Virginia. In the first part of his letter he writes to his wife that he is feeling better since he last wrote. There are mixed feelings about the last battle [Seven Days Battle]; some say it was a victory while others say it was a defeat. They have been furnished with tents and it appears that General McClellan does not intend to move again soon. Writes that he has lost all confidence in the generals leading his wing of the army. Told his friend how hard he had fought at Malvern Hill. To his mother he writes that he is sorry for causing her so much anxiety. He explains that while his regiment fought hard they were not in a position to do the enemy a great deal of injury. Asks his mother to do all she can to cheer up Amanda. He also hopes that he will be able to return home soon.
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