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Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892 to parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09355.022 Author/Creator: Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 October 1863 Pagination: 8 p. : envelope Height: 19.4 cm, Width: 12.1 cm Order a Copy

Received their letter yesterday. Still at the guard house but thinks he will be released soon. Is punished "by carrying a log." The lieutenant colonel was too busy "attending to his own private pleasures" to attend a court martial, so the colonel took it upon himself to give them some sort of punishment. It was a "splendid sight for the New Yorkers." Managed to carry a small stick. William Bridge arrived at the guard house two nights ago. He deserted and reenlisted to receive the $300 bonus as a substitute, but was recognized by members of his regiment. Thinks that "cutthroats" like him should be shot. The colonel wants this regiment to be a "crack regiment for discipline," and is very strict. Is willing to punish the whole regiment if one member of it does something wrong. Is glad to hear that Ann is better. Many New Yorkers take trips up to the country in September. Got his pictures in the mail earlier. Caught the "barbers itch" while at home by shaving. Developed "what looked like blisters" all over his neck. Does not know what caused them, but was "quite sore" for a few days. A lot of the men are feeling sick with "shakes and fever[s]." Will write more soon, but this is not a very goo d place to write. Hoping to get an honorable discharge from the service. Asks them to send his love to Charlie.

Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892

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