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30 July 1862
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
He writes she is worthy of being the wife of an American soldier. Written at Camp Foote.
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01 August 1862
He writes he will be unable to come home that Sunday. Written at Camp Foote.
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He writes he will try to be home on Tuesday. He instructs her to tell the children that they should love their country next to God. Written at Camp Foote.
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07 August 1862
He writes they had an election of officers that day. Written at Camp Foote.
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15 August 1862
He writes they received their equipment and arms today. Written at Camp Foote.
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14 August 1862
He writes about the sacrifice the country has made. Written at Camp Foote.
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12 August 1862
He writes that when they are ready to leave, he intends to spend a day or two at home.
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18 August 1862
He gives instructions on how to make his drawers and under shirts.
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17 August 1862
He writes about how all the men are going home for the last time. Written at Camp Foote.
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circa 1861-1864
He writes he will send her $25.
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