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Isaac hears that Jinnie's father passed away, and Isaac attempts in his letter to consol her
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Enduring many enemy attakcs, Isaac's troop made it to Williamsport under orders to guard a wagon train. His suffered great loss, having 80 soldiers…
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Isaac has been left in charge of the wounded, which fills him with sorrow. He tells Jinnie the worth of the presents he is sending her.
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Isaac tells Jinnie about his desire to be in the army after reaching Camp Washington and meeting so many nice gentlemen and seeing many friends there.…
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Diary written by Marcus B. Warner in 1864. The diary is written in a green Allings & Cory pocket diary. In addition to describing his life as a…
Ms1955-001_021.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to friends and relatives updating them on his health and life in the army.
Ms1955-001_020.pdf

Letter from B. L. Bell and Nancy Walton to S. L. Walton dated February 22, 1865.
Ms1955-001_019.pdf

Autobiographical note created by S. L. Walton detailing his time in the army.
Ms1955-001_018.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to his father, mother, and wife updating them on his health and his return to the army.
Ms1955-001_017.pdf

Letter from E. P. Walton to S. L. Walton updating him on his health.
Ms1955-001_016.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to his father updating him on his wound.
Ms1955-001_015.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to "Companion" updating them on his health and life in the army.
Ms1955-001_014.pdf

Letter to S. L. Walton from his wife and father dated August 13, 1864.
Ms1955-001_013.pdf

Letter to S. L. Walton from his wife and mother. Walton's wife updates him on her health and her desire for him to return home. Walton's mother…
Ms1955-001_012.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to his father updating him on his health and life in the army.
Ms1955-001_011.pdf

Letter from Nancy Walton to S. L. Walton updating him on her health and expressing a desire for him to return home.
Ms1955-001_010.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to his wife updating her on his health and life in the army.
Ms1955-001_009.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to his aunt, uncle, and cousins updating them on his health and life in the army.
Ms1955-001_008.pdf

Letter to S. K. Hildrig from S. L. Walton asking him to take care of his family while he is at war.
Ms1955-001_007.pdf

Letter granting S. L. Walton permission to take leave.
Ms1955-001_006.pdf

Note from James Walton to his brother, S. L. Walton updating him on his health.
Ms1955-001_005.pdf

This is an undated envelope addressed to J. W. Walton.
Ms1955-001_004.pdf

Note from S. L. Walton to his wife telling her where to send her letters.
Ms1955-001_003.pdf

Note from S. L. Walton to his wife about a letter that he had received.
Ms1955-001_002.pdf

Letter from S. L. Walton to his wife updating her on his health.
Ms1955-001_001.pdf

This list contains the dates of the war experiences of S. L. Walton.
Ms2002-015_027.pdf

This letter was sent from W. Crane to Edgar Knapp on July 6, 1863.
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Letter from Van Fleet to his parents, describing daily duties and being fired upon by Rebel cannons.
Ms1995_027_Valentine_Scrapbook.pdf

This is a 50-page scrapbook compiled by Herbert E. Valentine with newspaper clippings written in 1911-1912 about his regiment's war activities,…
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Letter from Turrill to his aunt and uncle, describing brigade drills, upcoming orders, and the life of a soldier.
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The collection consists of a single letter from Sgt William S. Tippett to his wife, Maggie. Written from a parole camp in Annapolis, Maryland, the…
Ms1987-028_G_Horace_Tarr_Letter.pdf

The G. Horace Tarr Letter collection contains a letter dated May 4, 1863, giving a detailed eye-witness account of the Battle of Chancellorsville…
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Letter written by sailor Edwin C. Stone aboard the U.S.S. Minnesota, November 11, 1861 to his brother Persley Stone. Majority of letter is advice from…
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Letter from Stewart to his sister, discussing the difficulties of the regiment, several skirmishes, and his hopes to return home soon.
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Enoch Stephens's diary from his time in the 5th NY Veteran Volunteers from January 1st, 1865 to December 26th, 1865. Most entries describe the weather…
Ms2002-015_026.pdf

This letter was sent from States Clark to Edgar Knapp on February 2, 1863.
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The 1863 diary of Henry Squire, 72nd New York Infantry and includes entries from January through July. Early entries detail camp life, war news, and…
Ms1996-018_024.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Camp Pisgah about recent correspondence, running for Commissioner, and camp life.
Ms1996-018_023.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Morton's Ford, Va. about being stationed at a picket line, the brutal weather…
Ms1996-018_022.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Orange Co., Va. about camp life, a man brought under court martial, the Carroll Guard,…
Ms1996-018_021.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Orange Co., Va. to ailing brother inquiring about his health and reporting on recent…
Ms1996-018_020.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Morton's Ford, Va. on the difficulty traversing recent terrain, the strength of their…
Ms1996-018_019.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from near Hamilton's Crossing, Va. regarding the death of his nephew, Temple, camp conditions…
Ms1996-018_018.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from a battle line near Chancellor, Va. about a recent conflict at Rappahannock (battle of…
Ms1996-018_017.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from Camp Morse's' Neck, Va. about recent correspondence, distances from Union troops,…
Ms1996-018_016.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from near Franklin, Va. regarding brother's exemption from service, arrangements for farm…
Ms1996-018_015.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from near Franklin, Va. on advice for the upcoming planting season, discipline within the…
Ms1996-018_014.pdf

Confederate soldier in the 50th Virginia Regiment writes from near Franklin, Va. about recent recruits from home, thoughts on how his brother can…
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