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Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.161 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Suffolk, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 April 1863 Pagination: 6 p. : docket ; 20.3 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy

He describes the camp where very often they hear "Johnny Reb's" bullets fly overhead. 3 of their men have been wounded. He regrets joining the infantry, and would have gone into the cavalry or artillery arm instead.

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