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Letter from Boyd at Shellmound Station, Tenn., to John Boyd, 1863 November 15
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Mentions his well and hearty condition, camp religious services and his salary. Describes his camp location, the Confederate evacuation of Lookout Mountain, and Union plans to march on Atlanta. Expresses joy at Meade's success. Details the tough battles against Confederates near Chattanooga. Explains how Union forces occupied salt mines (Nicajack Cave ) and predicts victory for the Union. Describes the superiority of Union troops, which mowed rebels ...
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1863 November 15