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11 October 1862
Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864)
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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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25 December 1862
He wishes his father a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Their regiment had the duty of picketing the Rappahanock. Brags about his regiment and how everyone knows how splendid they are.
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3 January 1863
This time he picketed, he was not on the river bank but in reserve, so he was deprived of the opportunity to crop with another truce flag. His health and wellness continue.
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7 January 1863
To his surprise found the carpet bag his father had sent was missing items and it appeared as if the lock had been broken.
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13 January 1863
He mentions that there is a movement started by Col. Hawkins to raise funds to build a monument in Central Park or another suitable place to commemorate the officers that have died in the war.
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17 January 1863
He thinks the 9th regiment will most likely go on to Richmond. He has not yet caught the carpet bag thief.
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23 January 1863
The rain has delayed their movement.
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25 January 1863
He talks about the coat he might pruchase from Captain Rodriguez.
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26 January 1863
Lt. Col. Kimball will be in New York and Richard has told him to stop in and see his father.
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6 February 1863
He thinks they may go to North Carolina next. a violent snow storm raged the other day through which he rode his horse. He thinks he may have been in New York if it wasn't for the movement that countermanded the order which granted furloughs.
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8 February 1863
He is currently onboard a steamer and will reach Fortress Monroe at midnight.
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12 February 1863
He tells him not to send the coat but to hang onto it until Corporal Newman calls on him.
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14 February 1863
He tells him there will be no furloughs now so the Corporal won't be coming. He'll have to send the coat express anyway.
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19 February 1863
He acknowledges receipt of the coat.
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24 February 1863
A grand review of the whole 9th Army Corps. took place. He received everything he asked for from his father.
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4 March 1863
He describes the vessels, the "Langamon" and the "Galena."
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9 March 1863
He is getting acquainted with the naval officers. expects Burnside to once again take command of his favorite 9th Army Corps.
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13 March 1863
He just received amrching orders, destination unknown but suspects it will be North or South Carolina.
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