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Neafie, Theodore F. to: Carrie.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07164.47 Author/Creator: Neafie, Theodore F. Place Written: Camp near Morrisville Virginia. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1862/08/22 Pagination: Folio, 4 p with envelope. Order a Copy

He discusses the new system of rationing, along with his observation of the execution of a deserter. He states his belief that the end of the war might be in sight, possibly as soon as January of 1864, along with own term of service being nine months from completion.

Neafie, Theodore Frelinghuysen, 1845-1879

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