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Letter from Solomon V. Munger to his wife, Amanda, dated January 15, 1864. In the letter, Solomon expresses his feelings toward his original enlistment into the army and his recent re-enlistment into the Veteran Reserve Corp. He emphasizes his lack of regret toward his decision despite the consequences. He describes his new pay and duties as a result of his re-enlistment. 

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated December 13, 1862. In this letter, he expresses his feelings for Elizabeth, describes why he enlisted in the army and the challenges he faces. He also asks Elizabeth about her community and experiences.

Letter from George H. Cook to his father dated July 25, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the movements of troops, his morale, the Battle of Gaines Mill, the Battle of White Oak Swamp, a local cemetery, and his opinion of the war.

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated January 13, 1864. In this letter, he details the role of the Provost Guard in the military and describes several prisoners.

A letter from Edwin C. Miles with no date present. The letter was written on the back of a map depicting the Ohio River dated 1855. Edwin writes about his journey to Washington D.C. as well as updating the lastest news on the 5th Michigan Infantry.

Letter from Samuel Mathews to his friends dated January 3, 1862. In this letter, he discusses the weather, camp life, and soldier behavior.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated August 17, 1862. In the letter, Edwin has recently enlisted into the army and provides a descriptive account of his commanding officers, his activities while stationed in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and how religion played a role in his decision to enlist. A portion of the letter is missing, but it still provides an exceptional account of a soldier's life.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to his brother Willard Bush dated July 27, 1863. In the letter, Edwin expresses his appreciation for the work Willard has done at home. He also mentions how important religion has played into his life as a soldier and how that effects his interaction with fellow soldiers.

Letter from Mack Ewing to Nan Ewing dated September 6, 1864. In this letter, Ewing discusses daily tasks, religion, soldier behavior, the upcoming Presidential election, and his view on the war turning from a war to preserve the Union to a war to free the slaves.

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated January 3, 1864. In this letter, he expresses his enjoyment of writing, laments the postal service, discusses southern society in Louisiana, and describes a Confederate prisoner of war in his watch on the Provost Guard.

Letter from Frederick Bush to his brother dated April 6, 1863. In the beginning of the letter, writes the lyrics to the song "The Girl I Left Behind." He also updates the status of Christianas he continues to remain in a hospital in Washington, D.C.

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his sister dated March 30, 1863. In the letter, Henry talks about friends and family serving on the home front, and inquires about his sister's life at home. He also asks about his sister sending a care package.

Letter from Soloman Kroll to his parents dated September 23, 1861. In this letter, he discusses soldier behavior, an injury to another soldier, men deserting to Canada, and setting out for Washington, D.C.

Letter from Robert McDougall to Mack Ewing dated November 18, 1861. In this letter, he discusses camp life, morale, and soldier behavior.

General Orders No. 13 from the headquarters of the 9th Army Corps dated November 22, 1862 (Fredericksburg, Va.). In this General Order, General Wilcox congratulate the troops on their behavior and gives advice on battle strategy.

Letter from Leonard G. Loomis to Elizabeth Abbott dated October 28, 1860. In this letter, he discusses regimental orders, camp life, soldier behavior, and his promises to take care of himself.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated April 8, 1863. In the letter, Edwin answers the latest letters he has received from home and discuss the sort of activities he and his fellow soldiers do while stationed in camp. He continues his letter by discussing his daily routine, such as roll call, drills, and duties.

Letter from Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated September 28, 1862. In the letter, Edwin reflects on influence religion and education has on his life as a soldier. He also provides an update on the status of his regiment and other news regarding the war.

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, dated October 5, 1864. In the letter, Hiram provides a general update to his mother on his well-being. He mentions he is pleased that more men are enlisting, but if he were not in the army, he would stay out since he does not see an end in sight. 

Letter from Henry Albert Potter to his sister dated June 19, 1863. In the letter, Henry describes a recent package he received from home. He also describes the health and status of two other soldiers and ends the letter describing songs the band is playing.

Letter from Hiram V. Munger to his mother, Amanda, dated May 21, 1864. In the letter, Hiram updates his mother on the status of his father, whom he serves along with. He criticizes the actions of new recruits and their lack of knowledge of a new area. He also mentions a skirmish 50 miles from LIttle Rock, Ark. and believes the war will be over soon.