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Letter from Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated September 15, 1862. In the letter, Edwin mentions a potential battle forthcoming, possibly the Battle of South Mountain. He states part of his regiment has already march ahead and the remaining troops are rejoining the regiment to fight.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to a friend dated September 16, 1862. In the letter, Edwin writes about the regiments recent involvement in the Battle of South Mountain on September 14th. While the regiment suffered casualties, Edwin mentions the men have a new prevailing belief that this campaign will help end the war.

 Letter from George C. Gordon to his wife, Carrie Gordon, dated October 11, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the movements of his regiment, visiting the South Mountain and Antietam Battlefields, eating with civilians, finances, and his opinions on Mississippians and Virginians.