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Neafie, Theodore F., fl. 1861-1877
to: Egbert Millspaugh.
Return of the five dollars Mr. Millspaugh kindly lent Theodore, with thanks for such a loan.
GLC07164.14
1861/12/29
to: sister.
Describes his daily life in camp, made easier especially now due to having been paid, along with news of general regimental dislike of General Burns.
GLC07164.17
1862/01/11
Describes the conditions of the state of Maryland, along with the news of the reception of a stove for the tent in which he resides, and the life in camp with a new regimental Major.
GLC07164.18
1862/03/09
News of a possible attack on Winchester, along with details of life while on the march, and a request for stamps.
GLC07164.19
1862/03/20
News of camp life, especially the poor rations and his inability to receive pay in the form of bills, and the life of a soldier in a regiment led by Generals who proceed without orders.
GLC07164.20
1862/03/22
Details the regiment's positioning to Harper's Ferry in order to act as a reserve force for the attack on Winchester, along with a request for stamps. Theodore sends congratulations on the birth of his sister's son.
GLC07164.21
1862/04/19
Description of the regiments sickness of war, along with a detailing of the reorganization of the regimental officers. Sends news that the regiment has finally become recognized and commissioned, and details more skirmishes with the rebels. Written...
GLC07164.22
1862/05/01
Sends news that he finally got paid, although he is still due two months back pay, in addition of the need for stamps and news from back home. Promises to send a book on the life of Baker. Written at Camp Winfield Scott.
GLC07164.23
1862/05/12
Details the regiments role as it acts as a flanking army to that of McClellan, while sending news of the destruction of the Merrimac. He states that newspapers are scarce, and that the Union Army is close to claiming Richmond.
GLC07164.24
1862/06/05
Describes skirmishes with rebels, along with life on guard duty. He sends news of a battle in which his regiment saved the day.
GLC07164.25
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