Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 to his family
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03603.211 Author/Creator: Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 Place Written: Suffolk, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 18 March 1863 Pagination: 4 p. Order a Copy
Writes that he was regretful for sending George away so suddenly. He did so because of a rumor that the regiment might be involved in a battle. Some officers have their wives with them. Says that he has heard from Cousin Lemuel that George is very interested in going to war. Remarks that he was involved in a skirmish near Blackwater. He also says that the camp at Suffolk is "strongly fortified" with forts on every side.
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