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05 January 1863
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
He writes about getting settled in the tenement. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
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08 January 1863
Col. Dutton has left the 21st. very cold. He tells her not to lose her faith in God Almighty. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.124
12 January 1863
He lost his pocket memorandum the day before as it fell out of his pocket. mentions a doctor Lee he has made friends with. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.126
13 January 1863
He is glad she got a tenement house, but wishes she would get a hired girl so she does not have to work too hard. He recalls several warm memories. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.127
14 January 1863
He compares winter in Virginia to winter in Rockville. He describes his "little darkie servant."Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.128
15 January 1863
Writes of how officers are paid.Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.129
16 January 1863
He is worried about Charlie. Discusses the rooming situation again. whenever he hears of any problems, he yearns for her. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.130
13 April 1862
Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?
to Sister
Writes that they are within shooting distance of the rebels' fort and have been for over a week. Thinks that there will be some fighting here since the fort is harder to get at than Fort Donelson. The surrounding area is all woods, and the woods...
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