Clapp, George (fl. 1839-1892) to Parents
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09355.056 Author/Creator: Clapp, George (fl. 1839-1892) Place Written: Camp Sedgwick, Brandy Station, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 March 1864 Pagination: 8 p. : envelope ; 20.2 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy
Decided to write today before going out on picket duty. It "pleases me to know my many friends at home are interested in" his letters. Pat Lovett has arrived at camp. Glad to hear they have been entertained by the various officers who have the privilege to go home and see their friends. It snowed "8 or 9 inches" a few days ago, which is the most he has seen since being in Virginia. Saw the school and town report for the past year. Would think that Moody and Bliss would be heading back to the field soon. It is good that mother has new neighbors, "for she won't be lonesome now." Sadly will not be able to send home a Virginia heifer. Glad to hear Aunt Electa is feeling better. Did not know who Lib Hammond was at first when he heard the name. Does not know if he is to blame for her son not getting boots because they ordered them at the same time. "I do not dread" the start of the spring and summer campaigns. Feels that he is "coming out all right." Expects Grant will lead a large offensive, but "I feel he will fail." Knows that all of the responsibility for failure will fall on Grant, not Lincoln. Wonders who will win the upcoming election. Has been reading the report by George McClellan of his role in the war; "I should think the administration would object to its publication." Will try to write to Charlie as soon as possible.
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