Hulslander, George (fl. 1865) to John Reeser
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.43.24 Author/Creator: Hulslander, George (fl. 1865) Place Written: Carlisle, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 March 1865 Pagination: 6 p. : envelope ; 20.2 x 25.2 cm. Order a Copy
Says that he is in good health and has enough to eat and a good place to sleep. Writes of the barracks being over crowded and more men piling in. Says nothing has taken place for a few days, however, a group of men may be sent out this afternoon. Speaks of the dreams he has of home and of "Mate." Tells of waking up the other day laughing over something he and "Mate" had been doing in his dream. Reminisces of home and wishes that the war was over. Writes of when they can all return to their homes and " this rebelin wiped out never to return again for as shure as this last I shall stay if I have my health as good as it is now..." Remembers telling "Mate" that he would try to be a good boy here but comments that all one does is play cards, swear, steal, and lie. Says that General George Meade's army will have to go somewhere else for reinforcements for he does not like his staff. Talks of not having a valentine this year. Letter is damaged causing minor text loss. Envelope is addressed to John Reeser; however, as the letter is addressed to a "Mate," it is possible that the envelope does not belong to this letter.
John Reeser enlisted as a Private on 16 July 1864. He was mustered into "B" Co. PA 197th Infantry. He was promoted to Corporal on 18 August 1864. He was mustered out on 11 November 1864 at Philadelphia, PA.
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