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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 Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 25, 1864. In the letter, Solomon mentions that a friend has brought him butter and a letter from home. He mentions he will be heading to St. Louis in 3-4 weeks before possibly heading home. 

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his cousin, Melissa, dated March 29, 1863. In the letter, Melissa provides a descriptive update on life back at home including the status of the their families farm.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, from an unspecified dates. In this brief letter, Solomon wishes Amanda well and hopes she is not working too hard. Solomon hopes to come home soon. 

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his father Frederick E. Bush and F.W. Bush dated May 22, 1863. In the beginning of the letter, Frederick provides the latest news about life at home and that he will send him stamps and money. The letter ends with a few lines from F.W. Bush, who mentions his latest fishing trip on the lakes.

Letter from Frederick E. Bush to Edwin A. Bush dated November 23, 1862. In the letter, Frederick provides updated news on the family and home front. He hears that there is a major battle approaching and that the two great armies are near each other. He hopes the war will be over in six months.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, at an unspecificed date. In this short letter, Solomon discusses his pay and sening money to his wife, Amanda. He ends his letter with a few words to his children. 

Letter from Henry to Edwin A. Bush dated October 31, 1862. In the letter, Henry talks about the draft and recruitment into the army. He discusses his struggle between choosing to go to school or enlist.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated July 20, 1863. In the letter, Solomon is writing from camp, which is at the site of the Battle of Chalk Bluff fought in May. He inquires on his family and mentions his new duty in the hospital. He ends his letter addressing his kids. 

Letter from Christian Bush to George Bush dated March 19, 1863. In the letter, Christian explains the illness that is sweeping through his camp. He describes his lack of faith in the doctors present in his camp and how a friend who is stationed in Kentucky is losing faith in the cause of the war.

Letter from John Scotford to Edwin A. Bush dated April 14, 1863. In the letter, John is pleased to hear that Edwin is under the command of General Burnside and will primarily be stationed in Kentucky and Tennessee. He also mentions President Lincoln's Proclamation 97 on March 30, 1863, which calls for a day of national humiliation, fasting, and prayer.

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, on an unspecified date. In the letter, Hiram wants to provide his mother with money and he hopes that she will ask for it when she needs it.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his father, Frederick E. Bush, dated July 19, 1863. In the letter, Frederick mentions that last news from the front he has received at home, including the fall of Port Hudson and Charleston. He ends the letter by updating Edwin about life at home.

Letter from the Munger Family to Solomon V. Munger dated March 18, 1863. In the letter, the family write that they have sent Solomon a care package and his daughter provides an update on her life at home. 

Letter from Lucina Austin to Henry Austin dated October 12, 1862. In this letter, Lucina describes life back at home, mentioning their recent experience at a fair. She also mentions some news from the war that has reached their community and the photographs Henry has sent them.

Letter from Lucina Austin to Henry Austin dated October 19, 1862. In this letters, Lucina does not have much to say to Henry, but mentions that his mother is making him mittens for the front. She expresses concern about the longevity of the war, the presence of rebel troops in the North, and the arrival of wounded troops in Michigan.

Letter from Rocinda Brink to Patience Miller dated April 1863. In this letter, Rocinda expresses her sorrow and grief for the death of Patience's son, Henry. She also mentions the latest news dealing with the family.

Letter from William and Lucy Brotherton to Amanda Munger dated September 28, 1864. In the letter, William and Lucy update Amanda on the status of their family. They briefly express sympathy towards her lonliness, possibly due to Soloman's death. 

Letter to Solomon V. Munger from his brother dated April 7, 1863. In the short letter, Solomon is updated on the latest family news. 

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his father, Frederick E. Bush, dated May 17, 1863. In the letter, Frederick provides updates to Edwin about life at home and on the farm.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his children, Alice and Bill, on an unspecified date. In this brief letter, Solomon provides fatherly advice to his two children.

Letter from Hiram and Amanda Munger to Solomon Munger dated April 1. In the letter, both Amanda and Hiram provide Solomon an update about life at home as well as the health of the family. 

 Letter from the Munger Family to Solomon V. Munger dated March 7, 1863. In the letter, the family updates Solomon on life on the home front. The children provide a descriptive message describing their lives.

Letter from H.C. Richardson to Edwin A. Bush dated November 11, 1862. In the letter, H.C. Richardson had recently heard that Edwin had enlisted and wishes him the best. He briefly talks about the draft in his town, as well as the latest election.

Letter from the Munger Family to Solomon V. Munger dated March 18, 1863. In the letter, the family write that they have sent Solomon a care package and his daughter provides an update on her life at home.

Letter from Nabby White to Patience Miller dated September 6, 1863. In the letter, Nabby White writes to Patience in hopes of comforting her after the loss of Henry in the war. She also provides the latest on their family.

Letter from Rocinda Brink to Patience Miller dated August 23. In this letter, Rocinda Brink mentions the loss of Sarah Brink's husband, Charles Hughes, in the war to her sister Patience. Despite Rocinda not having any personal relatives serving, she still feels the pain the war is producing from the seeing the men of her community serve. She also briefly updates Patience on the family.

Letter from L.B. Baker to his brother Henry dated July 9, 1863. In this letter, Luther Byron has just returned from a limited trip back home. He describes excitement in Washington D.C. from news of Meade and Lee, a meeting at the White House, and praises President Lincoln. The letter continues by describing the status of his brother, J. Stannard Baker, who is conducted raids along the Potomac River, as well as his position and responsibilies as Quartermaster of the Battalion.

Letter from Aby M. Osburn to her brother, Benjamin S. Wilcox, dated December 8, 1862. In the letter, Aby provides an update to Benjamin who is fighting in the war about life at home. She mentions the status of family friends to Benjamin.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated October 22, 1863. In the letter, Solomon hears from his daughter that Amanda is sick and hopes that she is well. He assures her that he is well and has no dangerous responsibilities and hopes to send her money soon. 

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 4, 1863. In the letter, Solomon inquires about the family farm and updates Amanda on his well-being, as well as the weather in Arkansas. He ends his letter addressing his children. 

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated October 8, 1862. In the letter, Edwin discusses his regiment's movement over the previous days, as well as their current camp location. He concludes his letter by inquiring the status of his family.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 4, 1863. In the letter, Solomon inquires about the family farm and updates Amanda on his well-being, as well as the weather in Arkansas. He ends his letter addressing his children. 

Munger, Solomon V, Barry County. Enlisted in company I, 2nd Regiment, Merrill Horse, March 10, 1862, at Battle Creek, for 3 years. Mustered March 10, 1862. Died at Litttle Rock, Ark., May 28, 1864. 

Letter to Solomon V. Munger from his children dated March 24, 1862. In the letter, his children provide an update of lif eon the farm, the family, and their work.

Letter from Samuel Willard to his siblings dated November 22, 1864. In this letter, Samuel expresses his current lack of health. He was with his regiment in Atlanta for 7 weeks but acquired a fever. Soldiers who were sick were ordered to march to Chattanooga, then to Nashville, and eventually to Louisville. He inquires about the home front and discusses the death of Frederick Willard.

Letter from Nabby White to her sister Patience Miller dated March 3, 1863. In this letter, Nabby writes to her sister to express grief for the death of Henry Austin. She quickly updates her sister on the latest news from home, but does not seem to know how to properly console her.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his family dated June 2, 1863. Solomon begins his letter addressing his daughter and son, providing fatherly advice and a brief update on himself. He ends his letter to his wife, Amanda, updating her on his recent March and his contact with Charles Gardner. 

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his mother, C.M. Bush, dated December 28, 1862. In this letter, Edwin's mother expresses joy to hear of his safety after a major battle. She also mentions how she has sent im boots, gloves, and other assorted items.

Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his son, Hiram, from an unspecified date. In the letter, Solomon mentions how he has not heard from Hiram in some time and inquires about his work. He describes his duty guarding 4 cannons that shoot 64 pound cannon balls. 

Letter from Ellen Gardner to Amanda Munger dated September 15-16, 1864. In a letter written over two days by two cousins, the first letter discussess the political parties in the federal government and each of their views toward union soldiers. The second letter simply provides updated news on the family.