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17 April 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
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General Johnston has been reported dead. He believes Jefferson Davis will soon meet his fate. Mentions Mr. Watson.
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25 April 1862
He gives a detailed account of the Battle of River Bridge. A close friend of his , William, is killed in battle. In total they lost 12 or 15 men.
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1 May 1862
He complains he has not received any mail from him lately. Hewmentions their Adjutant who was killed in River Bridge.
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An order was read to reduce the regiment of three corporals. A John Davis was one of them. He warns his father not to tell John's parents.
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5 May 1862
The received a letter from John Davis's sister asking why his father hasn't called on him.
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He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether he will get furlough.
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12 May 1862
He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union." He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.
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18 May 1862
He complains the only mail he receives are newspapers and his friends seem to have forgotten him.
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23 May 1862
He received the news of his father's upcoming marriage and trip to Rochester. Fred L., who has been sick for some time received a furlough. He mentions all the possessions he left behind when he enlisted.
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24 May 1862
He is sending this letter as well as some other things along with a Corp. Hugh McMann.
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