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Letter from Soloman V. Munger to his family dated January 28, 1864. In the letter, Solomon explains that his regiment is healthy and his re-enlistment in the Veteran Corp. He explains why he chose to enlist again, the duties he now performs, as well as his pay. He hopes to be home on a furlough soon and finishes his letter addressing his children. 

Letter from Nan Ewing to Mack Ewing dated March 29, 1865. In this letter, she discusses family news, community news, and her desire for Mack Ewing to come home.

Letter from Nan Ewing to Mack Ewing dated March 19, 1865. In this letter, she discusses Mack Ewing's wound and her desire for him to come home.

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated July 30, 1863. In this letter, he relates his travels as a paroled soldier from Memphis (Tenn.) to a camp in Ohio. He also expresses his desire for a furlough in order to visit Michigan.

Letter from William H. Woodcock to Mary Stroud dated July 13, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the status of friends serving on the front, his desire for a furlough, the weather, the movements of his regiment, skirmishes, military strategy, looting, missing home, the duration of the war, religion, and camp life.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his mother, Cynthia Bush, dated May 22, 1863. In the letter, Edwin's mother mentions she has not heard of Samuel Willard's status during the Battle of Fredericksburg. She also discusses other related news regarding the war.

Letter from Jerome Kroll to his father dated July 1, 1863. In this letter, he discusses his furlough.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to a friend dated May 8, 1863. In the letter, Edwin mentions his recent picket duty and sends a company roll to be framed as an ornament. He also mentions the complexity in a soldier receiving a furlough, stating one cannot simply request one just to see his mother.

Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated May 6, 1865. In this letter, he discusses family news and being home on furlough.

Furlough for Private Henry Avery of the 5th Michigan Cavalry from November 3-6, 1862.

Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated April 6, 1865. In this letter, he discusses his impending furlough and his brother's want of a draft substitute.

Letter from Jerome Kroll to his parents dated July 16, 1864. In this letter, he discusses a possible furlough and the weather.

Letter from Nan Ewing to Mack Ewing dated March 13, 1865. In this letter, she discusses her desire for Mack to come home on furlough, her health, and family news.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his mother, Cynthia Bush, dated May 17, 1863. In the letter, Edwin's mother reflects on time since he departed for war, and pleads with him to request a furlough in exchange for the sacrifice he has provided in defending the country. She discusses news relating to the war and the status of family members who are fighting on other fronts.

Letter from Alphonso Crane to his father, William Crane, dated April 22, 1863. In this letter, he discusses his need for money to apply for a furlough.

Special Orders No. 138 from the Headquarters Department of Henrico. This order grants Private J.J. Spiers, Co. G, 61st Virginia Volunteers 30 days furlough.

Letter from Lemuel W. Osborn to his wife, Eunice, dated June 21, 1865. Osborn inquires about life at home, receiving his wife's picture, and possibly being granted furlough. This letter also encompasses the dates of June 22 and June 23.

Letter from Nan Ewing to Mack Ewing dated March 25, 1865. In this letter, she discusses her father's health, family news, and her desire for Mack Ewing to come home.

Letter from Charles F. Smith to his mother, dated April 16, 1865. In this letter, he discusses his opinions on Camp Chase, his furlough, the death of President Lincoln, and food.

Letter from Samuel Mathews to his friends dated October 1, 1863. In this letter, he discusses his battle experiences, his furlough in New York, enlistment, and camp life.

Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated March 31, 1865. In this letter, Ewing discusses is impending furlough.

Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated March 17, 1865 through March 19, 1865. In this letter, Ewing discusses religion and his desire for a furlough.

Letter from John S. Potter to his father, W.D. Potter, dated August 16, 1863. In the letter, John mentions that he is not in good health and his attempt to acquire a furlough. He describes the daily activities of a soldier while stationed in camp and gives advice about life in the amry to someone who is considering to enlist.

Letters from Andy Ewing to Mack Ewing dated January 4, 1864 and Lydia Hank to Mack Ewing (undated). In the first letter, Ewing discusses the status of the regiment and the weather. In the second, Lydia Hank discusses Alvin Hank and her desire for Mack Ewing to come home on furlough.

Letter from William A. Barnard to his sister, Ellen Barnard, dated August 3, 1863. In this letter, he discusses sulfur springs around Crab Orchard, Kentucky, the sieges of Vicksburg and Jackson, and his desire for a furlough. 

Letter from Nan Ewing to Mack Ewing dated April 13, 1865. In this letter, she discusses Mack Ewing's impending furlough and her desire for peace.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated December 25, 1863. In the letter, Solomon mentions that Colonel Lewis Merrill has asked soldiers to renlisht as veterans for 3 years, offering $100 they are owed plus $402 for the reenlistment. He continues saying if three quarters of the regiment enlisted immediately, a thirty-day furlough would be admitted with paid travel. Solomon mentions he would like to get out of his first enlistment before renlisting and mentions rumors going around the regiment. 

Letter from Private James Lewis to General William Dension Whipple dated May 29, 1865. In the letter, Private Lewis requests for a 30 day furlough to see his brother who has been wounded.

Letter from William Barnard to his sister, Ellen Barnard, dated January 25, 1864. In this letter, he discusses his injury, and rumors concerning General Burnside.

Letters from William H.H. Cook and Joseph Cook to George H. Cook dated October 7, 1861. In the first letter, William H.H. Cook discusses George's health, visiting family, his furlough, and the status of his regiment. In the second letter, Joseph Cook discusses his health and visiting.

Letter from William A. Barnard to his sister, Ellen Barnard dated March 11, 1863. In this letter, he discusses the camp, food, the status of his regiment, and his desire for a furlough. 

Letter from Alphonso Crane to his father, William Crane, dated May 2, 1863. In this letter, he discusses wanting a furlough.

Letter from Andy Ewing to Mack Ewing dated February 15, 1865. In this letter, he discusses D.C. Cherington's furlough, the status of the regiment, his battle experiences, and his newborn daughter.

Letter to Solomon V. Munger from his children dated April 1863. In the letter, the children inform Solomon that their mother is sick and that she wants him to come home as soon as possible. Amanda wants his commanding officer to prove him a furlough, even for just one night.

Letter from Alphonso Crane to his father, William Crane, dated June 22, 1863. In this letter, he discusses his opinions on Louisiana, not getting a furlough, and religion.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his father, Frederick E. Bush, dated April 9, 1863. In the beginning of the letter, Frederick shares the latest news from home and hopes the war will end soon. The letter ends with a few lines from his mother, who encourages Edwin to apply for a furlough before the war ends.

Letter from Nan Ewing to Mack Ewing dated April 9, 1865. In this letter, she discusses Mack Ewing's impending furlough.