Smith, Romain, fl. 1860-1865 to his friend Frank
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.062 Author/Creator: Smith, Romain, fl. 1860-1865 Place Written: Chattanooga, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 January 1864 Pagination: 4 p : envelope ; 19.5 x 24.5 cm. Order a Copy
He writes that he is disappointed in not receiving as much correspondence as promised by his friend. Informs Frank that since the last time he wrote, he has taught himself how to use a telegraph machine. As a telegraph operator, he has been able to leave the regiment and receive up to $100 per month. Names several soldiers who have been killed or wounded and states that he will not go back to the regiment. Written at Nashville Depot.
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