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Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865 to Sister Mamie

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.18.02 Author/Creator: Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865 Place Written: Belle Plain Landing, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 January 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.2 x 25.3 cm. Order a Copy

Mentions receipt of socks, gloves and diary from home. References Battle of Fredericksburg, Union Commander William S. Rosecrans and the Battle of Murfreesboro. Also comments on General W. T. Brooks' thoughts on the 2nd Regiment and their courage during the Battle of Sharpsburg. Describes his feelings towards General George B. McClellan whom he admires greatly. Written from Camp at Belle Plain Landing, Virginia.

Morey, Charles Carroll, ?-1865
Brooks, W. T., fl. 1863
Rosecrans, William S., 1819-1898

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