Weeks, John (fl. 1860-) to his parents
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.071 Author/Creator: Weeks, John (fl. 1860-) Place Written: North of Atlanta, GA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 May 1864 Pagination: 2 p : envelope ; 12.7 x 20 cm. Order a Copy
Writes that he has fought in three engagements and is unharmed, but one of his comrades has been killed and five wounded. Names the Army Corps present: 4th, 14th, 15th, 20th, 23rd, and a part of the 16th. Reports that heavy fighting was heard last night and that the rebel train can be seen.
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