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23 September 1863
Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865
to Father
He has not received his watch as of yet. Meanwhile the enemy continues to annoy them on Moultrie and James' Island, but the losses are small. He has a bad toothache.
GLC07705.176
8 February 1863
Higdon, John B., fl. 1863
to Miller A. Wright
Miller had been reported Absent Without Leave. Higdon claims that Miller has no one to blame but himself, as he did not alert the proper authorities of his condition at the proper times. Higdon suggests that Miller believes "now more than ever that...
GLC02691.11.036
4 July 1864
Sayles, Sumner, fl. 1862-1868
to Isora Skinkle
Writes to his sister. Mentions that the men are feeling rowdy for this Fourth of July. Comments that they want to have a good time while they have a chance to. Discusses how bad he felt when heard about Oney's (possible family friend) wife killing...
GLC03523.32.36
18 December 1864
Hulslander, C.B., fl. 1864
to Mary H. Benedict
Apologizes for taking so long to write back. Mentions that he is sick and has been for about ten days but believes that he will get better. Inquires after her singing and and asks how George is coming along with his melodies. Wishes that he could...
GLC03523.43.20
6 February 1864
Kessler, Thomas J., fl. 1843-1868
to Mary L. Kessler
Writes to his mother from Camp Douglas. Reports they may be heading to Mexico within a month. Notes they will go to New York City and connect with General Ambrose E. Burnside's expedition. Comments no furloughs are to be granted to their regiment...
GLC03523.52.33
7 April 1864
to A. P. Kessler
Writes to his father from camp. Reports they will not get a discharge. Comments the officers voted to keep the band and have promised to buy them new instruments, provide back pay, and have pledged themselves to prompt payment hereafter. Comments...
GLC03523.52.44
2 July 1864
Writes to his father. Informs him he received the memorandum book, paper, envelopes, and stamps. Discusses the hot weather. Notes they have plenty of ice water, lemonade, and a sutler who supplies almost everything. Reports they are preparing for...
GLC03523.52.57
26 November 1862
Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863
to Amanda Wilkinson
Writes to his wife that he holds her and their baby in the highest esteem. He is also greatly saddened that he may not be able to come home during the winter. Tells her of his dreams about going home and being with her and the new baby. Because he is...
GLC03523.13.068
July 24, 1861
Hollingsworth, William T., fl. 1861-1862
to James H. Hollingsworth
Writes a detailed letter to his brother in which he discusses the Battle of Bull Run (fought on 21 July 1861, near Manassas, Virginia). Reports 500 Confederate soldiers were killed, another 1500 wounded, and some 7,000 or 8,000 Union soldiers killed...
GLC00653.20.02
circa 20 December 1861
Johnston, Witter H., fl. 1861-1864
to Miss Sue Johnston
He loves the muster rolls that are nearly completed. They have a new cook house. He is very healthy but does not have much time for reading.
GLC02167.06
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