Head Quarters—

2^d Division Army of the Shenandoah

Piedmont July 20^th/61.

 

            Dear Brother

                                    We are here waiting for the cars to join Beauregard who has repulsed the enemy but is still threatened by overwhelming forces. Genl Patterson has slipped from us & we cant overtake him, expect to be with Beauregards Division by noon. Our Gen^l (Smith) has now command of this division consequently I am a grade higher in rank with increased duties. Bro. Allens Regiment is just opposite our quarters & goes forward in abt an hour in the same direction with us. He is now seated near me. My horse is lame & I am hoarse which is all that troubles me at present. All goes well otherwise.

           

My love & affectionate remembrance to V & the children

                                                                                                           

Yours truly

J T. [?]

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