Lieutenant William H. Mickle Letter, 1863 December 22

File — Box: 1, Folder: 1

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This December 22, 1863, letter from William H. Mickle addressed to “Olivia,” discusses his participation in the Knoxville campaign while serving in the New York 134th Infantry division. Mickle makes specific note of the condition of the company. He mentions the long marches and the lack of equipment. He goes on to further remark about Abraham Lincoln writing “I hope he may be reelected,” and talks of the government boats traversing the Tennessee River towards Knoxville.

Dates

1863 December 22

Language

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The material in this collection is in English.

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