Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865 to mother
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.18.55 Author/Creator: Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865 Place Written: Patricks Station, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 March 1865 Pagination: 3 p. ; 20.2 x 25.3 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses the impending Union victory and peace. Describes General Philip H. Sheridan's campaign and reports he is under marching orders and expects to move soon. Declares that he "hope[s] and pray[s] that we may be able to strike the death blow to the rebellion," and includes a prayer for divine assistance. This was the last letter he wrote before his death.
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