Thomas, George Henry, 1816-1870 to John W. Thomas

GLC05520

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GLC#
GLC05520
Type
Letters
Date
31 August 1848
Author/Creator
Thomas, George Henry, 1816-1870
Title
to John W. Thomas
Place Written
Brazor Island, Texas
Pagination
3 p. : address ; Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm
Primary time period
National Expansion and Reform, 1815-1860
Sub-Era
Age of Jackson

Writes to his brother about the dwindling army of occupation, as the war had ended in February. Assures his brother that he will assist in relocating the family to Norfolk. Plans on being discharged soon but will apply for a furlough in October in hopes of seeing everyone for Christmas. Hopes he will not have a hero's welcome when he visits his family and friends and says being presented with a sword by his hometown was enough. Adds that there are conflicting ideas about whether the Mexican peace will last but does not care as long as he can leave "this vile country."

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