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1 November 1863
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
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The final bombardment of Fort Sumter took place and destroyed the old Confederate flag that flew above it.
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2 November 1863
He sent $50 by Adams Express.
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9 November 1863
He saw the Arago pass by and is hoping there is mail coming in.
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He rode up to the front again and took position in the Beacon where he took a peep at Sumter. He mentions John Davis
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16 November 1863-18 November 1863
The regiment is rapidly filling with "conscripts" from the North. Lincoln has said if not enough men volunteer, a draft will take place which Richard thinks is a good idea.
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