Epperly, Christian M. (1837-1904) to Mary Epperly
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.104 Author/Creator: Epperly, Christian M. (1837-1904) Place Written: Atlanta, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 August 1864 Pagination: 2 p. Order a Copy
Reports that the Yankees have fallen back and crossed the river. Notes he received a letter from William, who is in Macon, Georgia. Believes William will be sent to rejoin his regiment, so the family need not worry. Expresses his desire to come home this fall.
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[1] ...the yankes has all left on our front and mooved acrost the River [an] to the left I think they will all be acrost the River by tomorrow morning I cant tell what is thar reason for falling back [2] Though I beleov it is dar to draw our forses away from our ranks so they can have a better chanse at us I hope thy will keep on back an not stop until they get to thear homes...
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