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1 September 1864
Morey, Charles C., fl. 1830-1865
to mother
Discusses the nomination of George McClellan. Denounces the Copperheads and comments on the peace platform.
GLC03523.18.25
26 September 1864
Discusses his furlough home, his travels to New York to visit with family, and his stop in Brooklyn to hear "Mr. [Henry Ward] Beecher preach." Mentions that over 3,000 people came to hear Mr. Beecher preach. Comments on the importance of church, the...
GLC03523.18.26
29 September 1864
to sister Mamie
Mentions his return to the hospital and his trip to New York, including seeing "Mr. Beecher" [Henry Ward Beecher] preach.
GLC03523.18.27
17 October 1864-20 October 1864
Mentions recent victories and discusses General James Longstreet's command of the enemy at Fisher's Hill. Talks of a trip to rejoin his regiment after injury. Also includes reference to the fight at Middletown, and General Philip H. Sheridan's...
GLC03523.18.28
22 October 1864
to friends at home
Recounts battles occurring on 19 October, most likely the Battle of Cedar Creek. Mentions General Philip Sheridan's influence on the morale of troops and Horatio Gouverneur Wright's inability to command. Recounts retreat of rebels: "...they broke...
GLC03523.18.29
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