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Weeks, John F. (fl. 1860) to his parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.033 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F. (fl. 1860) Place Written: Camp near Nashville Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 December 1862 Pagination: 2 p : envelope ; 12.5 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy

Reports the death of Capt. Holden from a wound through the muscle of the arm below the elbow. Also reports that one corporal was killed and two wounded, leaving four corporals on duty. He has finally been paid and hopes to be paid again soon. Writes that there seems to be no opportunity to join a lodge in the area.

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