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Letter from Benjamin Van Norman to his sister dated March 7, 1864. In this letter, Benjamin Van Norman expresses concern for his family due to the lack of communication, while going into great detail on the composition of the hospital.

Letter from Samuel Willard to his sister dated August 18, 1861. In this letter, Samuel provides insight into his life before he enlisted in the army in 1862.

Letter from Henry Bush to his brother, Edwin A. Bush, dated October 4, 1862. In the letter, Henry talks about his enrollment in school and life back at home.

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 Willard Bush to his brother Edwin A. Bush dated November 3, 1862. In the letter, Willard provides his brother an update on the latest news from the war front and recent political matters. He discusses the change of leadership within the Army of the Potomac and the election results for the northern States.

Letter from Willard Bush to his brother, Henry A. Bush dated December 11, 1862. In the letter, Willard updates Edwin on the status of their brother. Henry, and his illness.

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 C.M. Bush to Edwin A. Bush dated January 11, 1863, In this letter, Edwin's mother expresses deep concern for his safety and hopes he will return home soon. She also talks about sending him care packages of items from home to make him more comfortable.

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 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 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 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 to Edwin A. Bush from his brother, Willard Bush, and his father, Frederick E. Bush, dated June 1, 1863. In the beginning of the letter, Willard talks about his recent trips to Battle Creek and his thoughts on the draft. The letter ends with a few comments from Edwin's father, who talks about the status of the farm.

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 Amanda to Frederick E. Bush dated July 20, 1864. In the letter, Amanda expresses great sympathy to Frederick after the loss of Edwin E. Bush.

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 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 Calista Warden to her siblings dated August 2, 1863. In this letter, Calista discusses life at home, but emphasizes her anxiety for Patience Miller's son, Henry Austin, each time she hears news of a battle. For her, she has already experience enough suffering from the war.

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 Charles Miller to Friend dated November 23, the year is unspecified. In the letter, Charles Miller writes to an unidentified friend who is serving in the war. It can be assumed that Charles is from or near Coldwater, Michigan, as well as his friend since his writing suggests he is familiar with the area. It can be assumed that the friend could be either Benjamin S. Wilcox or Henry Austin, who are both from the area.

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.