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Gabe writes to Nannie from Fisherville, telling her about his plans to speak with Generals Early and Lee. He also sent a vial of rhubarb, meant to help "Willie," their son, with some ailment. He sends regards and tells Nannie he has a room ready for…

Nannie writes to Gabe from Saltville, hoping that he will be safe and letting him know that she will be ready to leave the next day if he thinks it best.

Gabe writes to Nannie from a camp near Abingdon, Virginia, telling her of troop positioning and his movements. He advises her to be ready to leave in case Union forces head her way, and looks forward to seeing her soon.

Gabe writes to Nannie from Carter's Depot in Tennessee, telling her of his orders to prepare two days rations for a potential fight at Jonesboro. He notes that Tim has arrived with his horse, and advises Nannie to not go south with his sister, as he…

Nannie writes to Gabe from Arnheim, the Radford family home, concerned that he will not receive her letters and that his stay in Tennessee will be longer than they want it to be. She acknowledges that she misses him and wishes to be with him, but…

Gabe writes to Nannie from Zollicoffer, Tennessee, telling her of the march he completed to get there and encouraging her to stay cheerful during their separation.

Nannie writes to Gabe from Mr. Ryburn's, where she is boarding while staying near Gabe's camp. She notes that she is "nicely situated" and enjoying her stay, but worries that he will have to fight soon.