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[William P. Allcot], in camp at Farfasc [sic] [Fairfax] Court House [VA.] to "Ma" [his mother, Clarissa, New York, N.Y.], 1862 June 22

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: id228759

Scope and Contents

Acknowledges receipt of mother's letters; describes the recent operations of the 6th Army Corps, Army of the Potomac, including the hard marching; crossing the [Rappahannock] River; picket duty; the marching in bad weather to Fairfax Station; the readiness of General [Joseph] Hooker's Army of the Potomac for a battle. 4 pages. Incomplete.

Dates

  • Creation: 1862 June 22

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Conditions Governing Access:

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Extent

From the Collection: 0.40 Cubic Feet