Ogden, Edward H., fl. 1835-1865 to Sarah Ogden
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06559.145 Author/Creator: Ogden, Edward H., fl. 1835-1865 Place Written: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter Date: 21 June 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 25.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy
Writes from Camp Russell. Says he has not been able to write for a long time, but reports his health is very good and his duty as an orderly sergeant is keeping him busy. Believes his Captain, William Allen, is a "fine officer and the men are all pleased with him." Mentions he and his first and second lieutenants were invited by their Quartermaster, to tea at his father's house in Harrisburg. Says the inhabitants of Harrisburg became frightened and removed valuables from the city, when news of the rebel onslaught was received. Asks she sends him some of his cards in the next letter, so that he can call on Miss S. F. Haldeman, while in Harrisburg. Mentions it raining all of yesterday and the night before, and he had to camp in the open air because the men of his regiment have not yet obtained "any covering but overcoat and blanket." Notes the need for shelter is so great, they are having tents delivered to their camp. Tells her to "kiss all the children for me, & give my love to all."
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