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to Aaron Hobart

Informs Hobart that he received his letter and the certificate, and that he followed through with his directions, which related to port collections. Also discusses an appointment for the post office. Notes that he perceives that Hobart (as a...

GLC06313.04.112

to his wife

Since Uncle Jack will be going back up, George has decided to take advantage of the opportunity to write and send her this letter. He mentions that he has not heard from home since Jack left but expects that she has written to him. He writes that he...

GLC06582.61

to Parents

Just received a letter from them. Glad to know that everyone is well. Has moved farther up the valley since his last letter. During the march, the cavalry fought in front of them the whole way. The Confederates turned back upon discovering the main...

GLC09355.088

to Esther Ann Kinney

re: Dodge asks Kinney to "send me a shirt by mail" made of blue flannel. He also describes the two battles in which he fought: the Seven Days Battles [June 25-July 1, 1862] and the Second Battle of Bull run [August 1862]. The fight at Malvern Hill on...

GLC02162.04

to sister

to sister He says there is nothing new to report except the arrival of more troops. One of the soldiers in Company C deserted and will either run to the "secesh camp" or be shot if he returns. He praises Colonel Wyman for his character, saying
"for...

GLC03696.10

to Father

Since General Wool took over, things have improved greatly, down to the cook. He witnessed a naval battle between the Frigate Savannah and a Secession gun-boat. He writes that he received more clothes including a regular's fatigue suit. He now longs...

GLC07705.018

to Father

Wagner and Gregg have fallen and have been captured along with 60 prisoners. The old flag will reign over Sumpter and Charleston. They have reoccupied the entire island.

GLC07705.173

to Annie

writing from the hospital. describes the battle of Bull Run. ends up getting wounded in the arm.

GLC09354.11

to Annie

thinks the coasting affair was quite funny. still very homesick but makes it clear he doesn't want to get out of the army but he does think of home at time. currently experiencing a drenching rain.Written at Camp Hamilton

GLC09354.10

to Mother

his wound is healing very nicely. will be able to get out of bed soon. glad she is doing well with the farm. asks her to save some apples for him.

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