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9 June 1862
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
He introduces his father to William S. Hutton, discharged for disability.
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14 June 1862
He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether or not he will get furlough. John Davis said he will not let any more men go on furlough until he sees Burnside.
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17 June 1862
He is glad he called on Mrs. Milligan. He wants him to call on Janey as well. Burnside has made several trips to Norfolk.
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24 June 1862
He is miffed because a certain Hazelton complains of his experiences as a soldier, when he has only had a few hardships. "Why I only wish they would send them here where the sun would change many of them to niggars and somewhat tan their little kid...
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29 June 1862
He writes of how "Him who ruleth above, that judeth of all men, entreating Him to hold the guiding hand over me while engaged in the dreadful courage of battle..."
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1861-1864
[Instead of addressing via Fortress Monroe say By way of New York]
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23 June 1862
Letter of introduction fro George Jr. Langbeim.
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6 July 1862
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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9 July 1862
He writes they are to embark at 6 am and their destination is unknown.
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