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28 April 1863
Boston, John W., fl. 1862-1865
to wife
describes his sleeping arrangements and plans for a march coming up. the surgeon has exempted those with a disability.
GLC09315.15
6 May 1863
to father
hopes the day day he gets to see his wife and children is not far off. writes that he despises young men that have chosen not to fight, for choosing not to save their country from destruction is a sin.
GLC09315.16
May 1863
hopes they can see each others' faces again. thinks their marching may be over however, as he thinks they will stay where they are until the end. he is in good quarters and they have had nice weather for three months.
GLC09315.17
16 May 1863
says his family is very dear to him but so is the country. writes they are in the best camp they've ever had so far. certain that the Rebels will die a traitors' death
GLC09315.18
17 July 1863
heard that four men will get a furlough of 30 days. next time he will find out if he gets one. promises to bring something for everyone when he comes.
GLC09315.19
1863
writes that they pay him very late and he is still owed checks from four months ago. can not write as much as he wants because of the lack of money. believes the Rebel army is completely demoralized.
GLC09315.20
29 September 1863
discusses the possibility of a furlough. if they move and get settled again they will give out furloughs, but if they don't they may not grant furloughs for a while. tells her not to get discouraged and trust in the Lord.
GLC09315.21
26 October 1863
received two months pay and will send her 16 dollars. tells her to be encouraged by the election of Brough.
GLC09315.22
6 December 1863
since he only has two months pay, cannot give her very much this time. writes that their men captured four rebels a few days ago. Written in camp at Pulaski
GLC09315.23
28 December 1863
has pain in his breast but is doing a great deal better. was going to send her five dollars but forgot, will send it this time. thinks it will be a good winter. Written in camp at Pulaski
GLC09315.24
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