Athens Sep 23^d 1863

 

Dear Ina,

                        A dispach bearer just arrived from Rosencrans. he will return in a few minuts this is the ony chance that I can send a letter. I am well. am on guard Co A. ar doing provost duty in Athens. The Brigade has gone to reinforce Rosencrans. Troops ar constantly passing here to reinforce Rosy had a tremendious fight last week. Burnside took 2032 of Lees men at the Cumberland gap. I sent you 3 letters a few days ago good night my dear wife

                                                            Your ever W^m Troyer

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