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Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864)
[Instead of addressing via Fortress Monroe say By way of New York]
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6 July 1862
to Father
He will most certainly be going to Richmond again and mentions that cousin James was wounded in the battle of Fair Oaks.
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8 July 1862
He encloses a receipt for the two certificates. On his way to Richmond.
GLC07705.079
16 July 1862
He mentions highlights from the recent journey. once they arrived he was the first to get a pass in Norfolk and describes the town.
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7 July 1862
Mentions the Watsons.
GLC07705.082
26 July 1862
He lists all the regiments comprising the division of Gen. Burnside. He asks his father to see Evarts and procure a comission for him.
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31 July 1862
He mentions that his father recently took a trip around Central Park with a wounded officer. He also heard that an officer from his regiment called at the house when his father was absent. Heasks his father if he saw Burnside when he was in New York.
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4 August 1862
He expected to go up to Harrison's landing but ended up anchored to Fortress Monroe.
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10 August 1862
He mentions an old friend who he found out had been wounded and taken prisoner near RIchmond.
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15 August 1862
Though they haven't seen any rebels, writes that if he does he will not take him prisoner but kill him. Cavalry and artillery arrived from Harrison recently. He describes the beautiful scenery and mentions Charlie.
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20 August 1862
He is glad his father received the $22 and glad he heard from Mr. Evarts even though his attempts were not successful.
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29 August 1862
He heard Gen. Lee and his army were advancing , so cavalry and artillery changed their positions. He wants to know why Mr. Watson doesn't write. Andy Dobbs brought 15 new recruits.
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2 September 1862
He heard a bridge blow up as well as a goverment factory. He describes the country side. Last page written over.
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16 September 1862
The cavalry rode to the edge of town and met the rebels in considerable force. The union troops then entered the town admidst much cheering. A false report surfaced that he was taken prisoner.He had dysentary.
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19 September 1862
He has enclosed 3 card photographs, not included here.
GLC07705.100
22 September 1862
They lost 300 or 400 men in the last battle.
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7 October 1862
He notes that President Lincoln arrived in town after his visit with the Grand Army and made two short speeches.
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11 October 1862
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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