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22 October 1862
Albert, fl. 1861-1864
to Sister Sophia
He writes that his arm is getting better and he is glad that guaranteed employment is waiting for him.
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16 August 1861
He describes his current surroundings, the food and pickett guard. He tells a story about killing a hog.
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1861-1877
They have moved to a more scenic spot in Warrenton.There are a lot of berries there and too many soldiers.
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15 September 1861
Includes drawing of Camp Boston and map of surrounding area. He writes he had one of the happiest days since arriving. He received a box from home containing everything he wants and he likes the captain they currently have. Written at Camp Boston.
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1 July 1861
He describes his daily activities including battalion drills and what they ate for breakfast. He tells one story of how they were given only bread for breakfast one day and the men retaliated by not coming out for inspection.
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5 December 1861
The weather is getting colder and he has a cold in his head. When he is on guard he will think of waltzing with her, Written in Camp Jackson, also known as Fort Jackson
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15 July 1862
He is afraid that if they start drafting, George and Edmund will have join the war effort. If they do, he hopes they join his regiment. He hopes the time will come when they can all be together again. Written at Camp Fisk
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29 June 1862
Right now they are having a very lazy time of it and most of the mena re on their backs. He has heard that Capt. Carlow is well-liked. he tells Sophia he is glad he is a private and proud of it. Written in Camp Jackson, also known as Fort Jackson
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McNamara, James, fl. 1861
to Mr. Baker
In reference to the state aid he receives. It has been going to the wrong person and he has not received it.
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3 January 1862
Celerk, B.D., fl. 1861
to Aunt
He has been taking care of a lot of sick people. He thinks more will die of disease than of bullets. He also describes a funeral.
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17 April 1862
Gen. Abercrombie received his brigade the other day and marched very poorly. The boys call him Old Crabree Abercrombie. He is glad his sister is attending school. The other day they arrested a man on suspicion of being a spy and subsequently hung him...
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11 March 1862
There was one night where he stayed in an old widow's house. The widow was upset about the death of her dog. He talks of one day returning to school to become a better speller and writer.
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23 February 1862
to Emma
A mother gives very motherly advice, like exercising in the open air and drinking coffee.
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28 March 1862
They are on the move and have been marching for some time.
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28 January 1864
Emma, fl. 1861
to Grandmomma
She describes her new house. She mentions Aunt Caroline and Henry.
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21 January 1865
to Cousin
He writes about picket and guard duty. Some of their pickets have been taken prisoner but he says it would be difficult to drive them away from their position.
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14 June 1862
He mentions a Sarah Bawker who has left her husband.He talked to a woman from Philadelphia about the differences between Northerners and Southerners.
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16 November 1863
Jameson, William H., fl. 1861
to Bro. Baker
He writes in reference to a subscription that hasn't been paid.
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25 August 1864
Clark, B.S., fl. 1860-1664
to Ever Remmebered Cousin
He describes a fight that broke out after hearing a few shots over the picket lines. They were unprepared and had to pack up quickly. He wants a president that will end the war.
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29 October 1862
He mentions a John Odell who owns a store. It also looks as though he may get a discharge even though he hasn't asked for it.
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12 August 1860
to Much Respected Cousin
They are building a brigade bakery. If Charleston falls, there may be more fighting. He tells his cousin if he goes to Middlebury, he may use his rifle until he gets back
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10 January 1864
Devel, fl. 1861
to William L. Whittford
He compares the rebellion to an egg on p. 2.
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24 October 1863
to Mother
He describes the difficult march they have had along the Rappahanock. They are now camped in the Bull Run battlefield. Written near Warrenton, Virginia.
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23 October 1861
Thompson, Frank J., fl. 1861
to Uncle Frye
In Boston they were presented with a flag by the Hon. R.C Winthrop. In New York they were invited to the 5th Avenue Hotel where they heard James G. Brady speak and were presented with another flag. They also passed through Philadelphia, Baltimore and...
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26 July 1861
David, fl. 1861
to Mr. Whittford
No Year. He writes of how many soldiers wished they could have deserted when they had the chance. Family members would send mixed messages about wanting them to come home but never wanting to see a deserter.
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Berry, Nellie M., fl. 1861-1877
to Mrs. Harriet H. Leonard on the death of her infant
"Dearest before, Thou Hast Suffered/More Than We Can Think or Tell..."
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14 March 1862
to Sister
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20 March 1862
Thompson, F. J., fl. 1861
to Brother Frye
Includes separate message for Brother Clark written by John Frye. They were hoping to surprise some Rebels on Monday morning but they had already left. Next he describes the long march that followed.admidst a rain storm and other misadventures.
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25 February 1862
Recently he has returned from officer school. He talks about the inconsistent weather and his relationship with his brother.
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20 November 1861
He has just returned from the Grand Review which he describes as magnificent. It was of the Left Wing of the army on the Potomac. He also discusses a building that he wants to sell.
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16 March 1861
They have been ordered to be ready to move at a moment's notice. He describes the scene as nothing but troops and more troops and wishes Frye could be there to see it. He mentions Gen. McClellan and Gen. Wilson who has invited him to dinner.
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15 May 1862
He describes a march in which he drank from a spring and fell asleep under some trees. They continued onto Fredricksburg where they passed a house and a man came out and said "Hi Yankees." Letter contains dried flower. Missing pages. Written in a...
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5 April 1861
One of his fellow soldiers got married in camp. He asks his sister what she would think if he did the same thing. But he says he will not marry until he is able to support a wife. He describes the flowers. A great many of the regiment are currently...
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4 February 1862
He inquires after Nettie and Maggie. He mentions cousin George who has gotten into a good regiment. He reminisces. One of the privates brought a pig in from Darnstown.. They also brought a dog into camp. He refers to the Clarks. Written in Camp...
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