Thomas J. Davis Letter : July 11, 1863

In this letter to George & Elisabeth Ditto, Thomas names several men that were killed during battle. Thomas explains that he has not slept in a tent since April 26th due to the Army's persistent service, but they will be putting up tents soon. Davis writes that he isn't an abolitionist nor a copperhead, but a proclamation man.

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In Collections: Davis Family Papers (c.00050)

Copyright Status: No Copyright

Date: 1863-07-11

Authors: Davis, Thomas J., -1915

Subjects: American Civil War (United States : 1861-1865)
Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870
Democratic Party (U.S.)
Republican Party (U.S. : 1854- )
United States. Army of the Potomac
Mississippi--Vicksburg

Material Type: Correspondence

Language: English

Extent: 4 pages

Holding Institution: Michigan State University. Archives and Historical Collections

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