Bush Family Collection

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 to Edwin A. Bush from his cousin, Clay, dated June 28, 1863. In the letter, Clay mentions the draft and realizes that he may be called upon, and hopes that he will perform his duty well. The second part of the letter discusses life on the home front.

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 Samuel Willard to his sister dated July 30, 1863. In this letter, Samuel discusses the long marches he has endured from Stafford, Va. to Gettysburg, Pa., a distance of about 200 miles. He describes the Battle of Gettysburg on July 3 and lists the casualties of his regiment.

Letter from Frederick Willard to his brother and sister dated February 2, 1864. In this letter, Frederick discusses the latest news about his family and expresses his opinion of the draft. He continues describing Franklin, Louisiana and how the war has impacted the surrounding region.

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 Willard Bush to his brother, Edwin A. Bush, dated August 2, 1863. In the letter, Willard may have heard that Edwin was wounded in battle and wanted to confirm its truth. He also discusses the draft and believes that the draft is the best and quickest way to save the country. The letter is finished by updating Edwin about life at home.

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Willard to Friends dated June 20, 1861. In the letter, Willard describes seeing steamships on the Ohio River carrying 2 or 3 regiments. He believes they will head into West Virginia to fight General Henry Wise. He also mentions that a German regiment from Camp Dennison and the Coldwater Artillery Co. also came through the area.

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 Edwin A. Bush to friends at home dated October 27, 1862. In the letter, Edwin updates his family on the movement of his regiment and news surrounding the war.

Incomplete letter from Cornelia to Edwin A. Bush on an unspecified date. In the short letter, Cornelia talks about a violent battle in Tennessee and wonders if victory is possible for the North with such ambitious military leaders.

Letter to Edwin A. Bush from his cousin Cornelia dated March 13, 1863. In the letter, Cornelia provides various updates on wounded soldiers and regiments that come through the town. She provides a brief update on life at home, but spends most of the letter discussing the soldiers she encounters.

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.