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29 September 1862
Burpee, Thomas Francis (1830-1864)
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
He thought they should go towards the rebels but decided to go farther away.
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He points out that newspapers give a "false coloring" as to what is really going on. tells the story of a narrow escape one soldier had .
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02 October 1862
He asks if she has recevied all his letters, instructs her where to send his mail.
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03 October 1862
He was visited by a couple of friends including Ed Marvin.
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07 October 1862
He saw William and said he was looking better than he had ever seen him. talked about the mail he received.
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08 October 1862
He talks about their relationship and how intertwined their lives are.
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10 October 1862
He talks at great length of how even though they are separated, she is there in spirit and that bond is unbreakable. She is the best wife he could ever have and their separation only rekindles the passion. He feels blessed by god to have her as a...
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09 October 1862
He writes that their souls are united forever.
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12 October 1862
He feels it is a great privilege to be a part of the Union army.
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[Jerry the horse attached to 21st regiment, Connecticut]
Note about Jerry the horse.
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13 October 1862
He writes of his relationship with God and with her.
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16 October 1862
He mentions the raid of the rebels up Chamenburg River. He writes about what he eats.
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19 October 1862
He writes they will probably not have a big battle right away.
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20 October 1862
He writes of receiving food in the mail.
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22 October 1862
He misses his family and longs to see them.
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23 October 1862
He saw the building where John Brown fought his battle and was imprisoned.
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24 October 1862
He writes that there is too much complaining going on.
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26 October 1862
Untitled
He is currently marching. He thinks they will go the river and into Virginia.
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25 October 1862
He tells her not to pay attention to the papers because the Rebels are not doing as well as they report.
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27 October 1862
He writes they will be moving soon.
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30 October 1862
He is somewhere in the woods. He is writing by the light of a camp fire.
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02 May 1863
He saw Sam. He does not think he will get a furlough any time soon.
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05 May 1863
He writes about what his faith has done for him.
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08 May 1863
He writes that he has a very pleasant camp along the river. gunboats patrol up and down and there are several rowboats available.
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11 May 1863
Burpee, Thomas Francis (fl. 1837-1929)
Talks about Hooker's defeat, his faith in McClellan, includes song about boy asking his mother about his father that is a soldier.
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15 May 1863
He wonders why the 21st was not mentioned in the list of killed and wounded since one man was killed and three were wounded. Mentions Hooker's withdrawal.
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14 May 1863
He encamped at Brewer's Hill. He talks of the general's plan to occupy the line along the Mansemand River.
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21 May 1863
He misses Charlie and Lucien. wishes to see William. He asks if her dress is done.
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18 May 1863
He thinks of her always and wishes she could be with him.
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24 May 1863
He discusses Hooker's defeat and why it occurred. He talks of changing attitudes toward the war.
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25 May 1863
He writes that Hooker's defeat prevented the rebels from sending reinforcements to the Southwest. He hopes that Grant can be successful.
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29 May 1863
He writes that his camp is near the Portsmouth railroad. He misses his family terribly.
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01 June 1863
He writes at great length about his love for and how their lives are connected.
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03 June 1863
He is worried about the threat of Scarlet Fever for the children...talks about how his furlough may or may not affect her.
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04 June 1863
He is still worried about Scarlet Fever. He talks about the prices of food. Said he has not recovered from his lameness.
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01 June 1890
Henry, E. Stevens (fl. 1890)
to Charles A. Burpee
Letter written to Thomas's son Charlie. He has enclosed some letters. Most of letter is illegible.
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08 June 1863
to Henry E. Stevens
He is about six miles from Portsmouth. He spends his days bulding forts. He is living a better life than when they were in the Potomac Army.
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01 January 1864
He writes of his living arrangements. He asks Henry to visit him.
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09 June 1863
to Captain
Two draft copies.
Letter of resignation. Cannot assume current post because he suffers from Chronic Rheumatism and Billious Fever.
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10 June 1863
He writes he will not get to Connecticut before the end of the week. asks if she has written to Ann Warner yet.
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12 June 1863
He thinks that Vicksburg or Port Hudson will fall. He thinks that the Rebels do not have as many men as the Union.
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13 June 1863
He got a leave of absence for 30 days on account of disabilty.
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17 June 1863
He informs her he will be in Plymouth by Thursday night.
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28 June 1863
Wheeler, Edwin S. (fl. 1863)
to Thomas F. Burpee
Capt. Sputtle has gone to Fort Monroe with his company to guard 150 prisoner friends. He thinks if Richmond is captured , Then they will have come far.
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16 July 1863
to Mrs.Thomas F. Burpee
Four miles from New Haven. He will be home Saturday night.
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17 July 1863
Brainerd, Sylvester E. (fl. 1863)
He is currently on provost guard. He notes that little David was there. most of letter is illegible.
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01 September 1863
Burpee, Thomas Francis (1830 - 1864)
He writes to her how much it will cost her to take the train down to him. He suffers greatly without her and the children.
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13 September 1863
He writes to her about what she will need to bring when she comes to visit him. describes the arrangements, who will pick her up, etc.
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1863
There will be a new Provost Brigade commanded by Col. Dutton.
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14 September 1863
He writes with explicit details on how to get to Baltimore and what to put in her trunk.
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