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11 October 1862
Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864)
to Father
He writes that Mr. Hallow received his father's letter informing him the money written for by him had been sent on.
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29 October 1862
He left encampment at Pleasant Valley and marched onward until they crossed the Potomac into Virginia. He is now in charge of some 40 men.
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3 November 1862-4 November 1862
He camped where the rebels had possession of in the morning. A skirmish broke out.
GLC07705.110
12 November 1862
He writes they are still here but will probably move on Thursday.
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20 November 1862
He describes a skirmish across the Rappahanock. He reports that he received the valise with all the items he requested and requests more items like a coat and boots.
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27 November 1862
He talks about the the threat of destruction toward Fredricksburg unless the Rebels surrender it but as of yet the city is left untouched. he mentions Mr. Whitaker.
GLC07705.116
6 December 1862
He sent a box containing his old uniform to his father, as well as a portfolio, some letters. He heard that Dunyee's zoaves were about seven miles away. There was a grand review of General Sickles division.
GLC07705.118
17 December 1862
He provides a lengthy description of the bombardment of Fredricksburg. The captain got sick so the company was in his command.
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25 December 1862
He wishes his father a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Their regiment had the duty of picketing the Rappahanock. Brags about his regiment and how everyone knows how splendid they are.
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3 January 1863
This time he picketed, he was not on the river bank but in reserve, so he was deprived of the opportunity to crop with another truce flag. His health and wellness continue.
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7 January 1863
To his surprise found the carpet bag his father had sent was missing items and it appeared as if the lock had been broken.
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13 January 1863
He mentions that there is a movement started by Col. Hawkins to raise funds to build a monument in Central Park or another suitable place to commemorate the officers that have died in the war.
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17 January 1863
He thinks the 9th regiment will most likely go on to Richmond. He has not yet caught the carpet bag thief.
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23 January 1863
The rain has delayed their movement.
GLC07705.130
25 January 1863
He talks about the coat he might pruchase from Captain Rodriguez.
GLC07705.131
26 January 1863
Lt. Col. Kimball will be in New York and Richard has told him to stop in and see his father.
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6 February 1863
He thinks they may go to North Carolina next. a violent snow storm raged the other day through which he rode his horse. He thinks he may have been in New York if it wasn't for the movement that countermanded the order which granted furloughs.
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8 February 1863
He is currently onboard a steamer and will reach Fortress Monroe at midnight.
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12 February 1863
He tells him not to send the coat but to hang onto it until Corporal Newman calls on him.
GLC07705.139
14 February 1863
He tells him there will be no furloughs now so the Corporal won't be coming. He'll have to send the coat express anyway.
GLC07705.140
19 February 1863
He acknowledges receipt of the coat.
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24 February 1863
A grand review of the whole 9th Army Corps. took place. He received everything he asked for from his father.
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4 March 1863
He describes the vessels, the "Langamon" and the "Galena."
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9 March 1863
He is getting acquainted with the naval officers. expects Burnside to once again take command of his favorite 9th Army Corps.
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13 March 1863
He just received amrching orders, destination unknown but suspects it will be North or South Carolina.
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21 March 1863
The "Keohuck" broke down. The first division is going West.
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19 March 1863
Everyone has been ordered to Tennessee to reinforce Rosencrane.
GLC07705.152
27 March 1863
Last page includes a tracing of his hand for his father to determine his glove size.
GLC07705.153
4 April 1863
He left Newport News at 9am and on the way stayed in a first class hotel for a night. He will send $240 by express mail.
GLC07705.155
12 April 1863
On the move again, at daybreak disembarked at Portsmouth...very faded, unable to read.
GLC07705.157
14 April 1863
Yesterday the rebels advanced upon their cavalry pickets and opened fire. A skirmish broke out and quickly ended. He hears they have about 15,000 men which can resist and keep at bay 50 to 100,000 men.
GLC07705.158
26 April 1863
He describes the camp where very often they hear "Johnny Reb's" bullets fly overhead. 3 of their men have been wounded. He regrets joining the infantry, and would have gone into the cavalry or artillery arm instead.
GLC07705.161
29 April 1863
He doesn't think they will move again until Monday when the new enlists arrive. He has adopted a resolution of condolence for Lt Col. Kimbal's family.
GLC07705.162
30 April 1863
Dix issued a telegraph dispatch ordering them to stay after their term of service expires , until May 12th. but they don't want to stay. There's no reason why it is a necessity.
Includes the order given from headquarters.
GLC07705.163
9 August 1863-21 August 1863
On board a steam ship, close to the "Powhattan." He describes the other ships he can see and Fort Sumpter..."The smoke curling up from our guns on Morris Island as well as those of the enemy..." He formed a friendship with Capt. Gadsden of the "Arajo...
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30 August 1863
He writes about his daily schedule. In his off hours he lifts weights, works on his arithmetic, takes a stroll or rides a horse...dines with Andy Dobbs...
GLC07705.168
1 September 1863
Includes a receipt from the Adams Express Company for $35.00.
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4 September 1863
He rode his horse to the other side of the army to Papa Plantation where the planter's negroes offered them dinner.
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7 September 1863
Wagner and Gregg have fallen and have been captured along with 60 prisoners. The old flag will reign over Sumpter and Charleston. They have reoccupied the entire island.
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August 1888
[Invitation to the Sixth Reunion of The Survivors Association of the Third Georgia Regiment]
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23 September 1863
He has not received his watch as of yet. Meanwhile the enemy continues to annoy them on Moultrie and James' Island, but the losses are small. He has a bad toothache.
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16 October 1863
They are engaged in strengthening Fort Wagner Gregg, interested in couple of people his father mentioned in his last letter; John and Coyvette Martha. He still feels bitter toward them.
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23 October 1863
He is very busy and does not have adequate time to pursue his arithmetic and other leisure activities. He thinks that when Charleston is taken, he will have an easier time of it.
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1 November 1863
The final bombardment of Fort Sumter took place and destroyed the old Confederate flag that flew above it.
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2 November 1863
He sent $50 by Adams Express.
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9 November 1863
He rode up to the front again and took position in the Beacon where he took a peep at Sumter. He mentions John Davis
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25 November 1863
He hopes his father will find his new position satisfactory. The bombardment is progressively slowing and there are signs of Charleston soon succumbing
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29 November 1863-2 December 1863
He describes Thanksgiving. Things have quieted near Fort Wagner. He requests a picture of Martha and describes the weather. He met a deserter who claimed to have come from the Rebels but it turned out he was nothing but a Union deserter.
GLC07705.188
9 December 1863
One of their monitors sank and the cause is unknown. There is not much firing going on at present.
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26 December 1863-27 December 1863
He mentions a possible visit to [Hernandria?] and mentions John Davis and the Watsons.
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