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25 December 1864
Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868
to father
the receipt of package, inquiry about a coat for Chris Skelton, the observance of Christmas in the barracks, and the harshness of the weather. Written on Hart Island
GLC02180.15
12 January 1865
Francis, Edward E., fl. 1864-1866
to George F. Morse
struggling business, gratitude for Morse's letters, and expressions of piety and faith.
GLC02180.16
15 January 1865
Pearson, Charles G., fl. 1864-1865
Morse's new posting at Fort Federal Hill, news of family and friends, Morse's position as captain's clerk, developments at the Brotherhood.
GLC02180.17
16 January 1865
to mother
acknowledgement of letters and parcel from home, anticipated arrival of the pay master, his engagement as captain's clerk in Company D, and anticipation that the current captain will be transferred to Company B.
GLC02180.18
20 January 1865
to brother
viewing the monuments and public buildings of Baltimore, Fort Federal Hill replacing Fort McHenry as the Regimental Headquarters, promises to send his picture, and acknowledgement of the receipt of his mother's fruit cake.
GLC02180.19
23 January 1865
attrition in the Brotherhood, the dwindling treasury, hopes for a revival of religion in the church, and affirmations of his faith in Christ.
GLC02180.20
2 February 1865
news of friends, and the finances of the Church.
GLC02180.21
11 February 1865
missing letters, receipt of Brooklyn and religious newspapers, attendance at the Seventh Baptist Church and an enthusiatic report of Mr. Fuller's sermon, his sister Mary's religious development, the payment of his washwoman, food, and his overall...
GLC02180.22
25 February 1865
a shipment of coats and blankets to his father, news that the 91st Regiment will be leaving for City Point, and anticipation of service.
GLC02180.23
28 March 1865
marching in review before President Lincoln, account of marching, artillery shelling and prisoners, and request for steel pens.
GLC02180.24
6 April 1865
reports of the death of men in his company, the capture of Confederate forces, Morse's brief hospitalization with a fever, anticipation of going to St. Petersburg.
GLC02180.25
19 April 1865
report of battle and retreat, loss of knapsack and clothes, assassination of President Lincoln, and an accounting of the wounded and the dead.
GLC02180.26
22 April 1865
hardships of camp life, the surrender of Johnston, family matters, and Chris Skelton's letter from Hart's Island.
GLC02180.27
4/3/1869
to Cousin
Signed Francis. No last name.
GLC02197.045
9/1/1869
Cover, John, fl. 1870-1887
to Nephew
GLC02197.046
2/26/1863
to Brother
GLC02197.047
7/24/1867
to Sister
GLC02197.048
11 November 1862
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
Their connection is so strong that when he is writing to her it almost seems like they are talking face to face.
GLC02744.094
09 November 1862
He writes about his faith in God. He answers her questions regarding his trunk.
GLC02744.095
20 November 1862
He writes that one of their men fell from a tree and dislocated his wrist. He reiterates that God gave him the greatest gift of all: her.
GLC02744.096
21 November 1862
He writes about how an officer of his rank never has to worry about food or shelter. Notes how much money the war is costing.
GLC02744.097
22 November 1862
He is anxious for Lucien to attend school. He writes that he feels the sufferings of his fellow soldiers. Notes that enemy is in Fredricksburg.
GLC02744.098
25 November 1862
Tells her not to worry so much. Writes he might be able to send for her in 4-6 weeks. They have both gained weight. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.099
28 November 1862
He writes the possibility of a battle has now become very faint. tells her to always confide in God. Mentions Park. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.100
30 November 1862
He tells her again not to believe what she reads in the newspaper. currently has a cold. He is feeling lonely and homesick. Written in camp opposite Fredericksburg
GLC02744.101
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