28 October 1861
Meane, John (fl. 1861)
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Julia S. Moulton
Discusses the aftermath of the Battle of Ball's Bluff, which occurred on 21 October 1861. Written on Connecticut multi-color magnus letterhead with matching patriotic envelope. Mentions seeing McClellan, McClellan using their movements as a possible ruse to lure the enemy from Manassas, ambulances, wounded men, etc. Also mentions the death of Colonel and United States Senator Edward D. Baker, "You have heard of the death of Col. Baker of the California Reg."
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