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Muzzey, George H. (fl. 1864-1865) to his parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01942.02 Author/Creator: Muzzey, George H. (fl. 1864-1865) Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 February 1865 Pagination: 2 p. ; 30 x 19 cm. Order a Copy

Writes while confined as a POW in Libby Prison. Informs his parents that he has been given a position as clerk in the office of the Prisons of Richmond. Asks that they send him a sugar cured ham, dried salmon, other dried meats, coffee, tea, sugar, needles, pins, thread, crackers or bread, and butter. Adds that some salt, pepper, and tobacco would also be good. Tells them to address it to him at Libby Prison "by Flag of Truce via City Point, Va." Mentions Clara (a possible girlfriend) and asks that they tell her he thinks of her. Recounts his capture on 26 October 1864 by Colonel John Mosby. Says his health is good though he is weak because their diet is meager. Requests that they inform friends that he is, "in buoyant spirits and am what is considered a lucky boy although I cannot see the good luck in the event of my being captured."

Muzzey, George H., fl. 1864-1865
Mosby, John Singleton, 1833-1916

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