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6 July 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
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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.
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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.
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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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25 October 1862
Although his request for a leave of absence to go to New York was denied, Col. Hawkins said he could go as far as Washington. Then writes about the benefits of his promotion. Heasks for a leather valise and includes a list of items of things he will...
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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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