Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865 to Sister Mamie
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.18.04 Author/Creator: Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865 Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 May 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.2 x 25.3 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses the Second Battle of Fredericksburg and the death of his tent mate who was "shot dead after we gained the [Marye's] heights." Wishes "the President would put his conscription in force for one million of men…and make putting down the rebelion the business of the nation…" Written from "Camp Near White Oak Church, Virginia."
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