Goold, James (b. 1842) to Johnnie
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.05.09 Author/Creator: Goold, James (b. 1842) Place Written: Falmouth, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 January 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy
Tells his brother that he received his letter and apologizes that he has to write such a short letter in return, but he is expecting to march tomorrow. Mentions that he received a letter from Theodore, another brother, and that he is doing well. Describes the windy and cold weather. Written in graphite.
James Goold enlisted on 29 August 1862 at Macedon, New York as a Private. He was mustered into "F" Co. New York 25th Infantry. On 19 June 1863 he was transferred into "I" Co. New York 44th Vet Infantry.
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