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Jewett, William Henry, fl. 1863 Observations composed in journal form by soilder, 47th Ohio volunteer Infantry.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08306 Author/Creator: Jewett, William Henry, fl. 1863 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 01 May 1863 - 30 June 1863 Pagination: Order a Copy

"Notes from my Napsack," observations composed in journal form by soilder, 47th Ohio volunteer Infantry, Co. B. Reports on Vicksburg Campaign, prisoners for Camp Douglas, skirmishing along heights of Walnut Hills. Observes that "About two hundred of the "piculiar institution" dragged their somber forms up the levee to the landing this afternoon on their way to Millikins Bend, the contraband rendeavous..." [escaped slaves]"

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