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1 March 1863
Amsden, Edward W., fl. 1862-1865
to his cousin Lill
Written on stationary labeled "Head-Quarters Fourteenth Army Corps, Department of the Cumberland, Office Chief of Police."
GLC02156.10
13 October 1862
Bartlett, George O., fl. 1862-1865
to Ira Andrews
He discusses his health, how well he is taking to life as soldier, how much work he is getting as a tailor. Mr. Andrews is instructed on what to do with Bartlett's bounty money.
GLC02158.01
30 November 1862
He explains his financial situation, making particular references to his happiness at being out of debt. He also mentions the value of the State commissioner system which helps him deposit his money.
GLC02158.02
18 December 1862
This letter describes the battle of Fredericksburg and the horror Bartlett witnessed. His "toung cannot express to you" what occurred. Also makes mention of how the soldiers behaved during the entry into the abandoned city, noting that Andrews may...
GLC02158.03
29 December 1862
He recounts his unit's foray into Fredericksburg and their commendation from Governor William Sprague. He reports that he has picked up some historical artifacts, including Virginian notable John Randolph's purse, and is sending them home.
GLC02158.04
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