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Civil War Era Soldier's Letters and Other Papers, Mid/Late 19th Century

Item Details

Subject Civil War, 19th Century Life
Type Handwritten Letters
Period Mid-19th Century, Late 19th Century, Mid to Late 19th Century
Origin United States
Additional Information The consignor of this collection of Joseph Field letters obtained them decades ago. The years noted on some of the letters are from 1863 to the late 1880s. Joseph served as a Private, Sargent and his last ranking was Lieutenant, he served from 1862-1865. He served in the 46th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment and the 2nd Massachusetts Artillery Regiment. A small collection of his letters can be found at the University of Michigan’s Clements Library.

Condition

- conditions vary; folds, stains and discoloration; some of the letters have faded; small tears; some letters may not be complete; foxing and toning to paper; chipped and worn edges.

Dimensions

9.0" W x 2.0" H x 12.0" D

Item #

ITMG886032

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