Camp near Harpers Ferry

 

Dear Brother

                        I will write a few lines to you hoping you are well all the boys are well we came in from picket yesterday it is a rough life to lead, a soldiers. I got a letter from Loomis he is well he is only 8 miles from me and yet we cannot see each other for they grant no passes now we have had two battles close by us we saw the one in or near Bolivar Heights the boys well it is roll call now I must go out and answer to my name hoping to hear from you I will draw to a close write soon take good care of your health and character and you will confer a favor on your oldest Brother also Loomis says so

Good bye

           

Your Brother

George /

 

give my regards to Mr Sumner and keep a share for your self dont get home sick think of your brothers liable any time to be cut off if we have an engagement I will let you know if I am able to do so I will close by bidding you good bye your Affectionate

                                                                                               

Brother

George

 

Capt                Co D 20^th regiment

Parker              Conn Vol Washington

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