8th Iowa Cavalry - Captured at Newman, GA

Item LTR-8436

Description

Original Civil War soldier's letter. 1 page, written in period ink.


United States Hospital
Vicksburg, MS
Sunday April 9, 1865

My Dear Wife,

Once more I am in a measure, fine. I have got out of the hands of the Rebs but what little there is of me left is not of much account to myself or anyone else. I am so crippled up with the scurvy and rheumatism that I think it very doubtful if I ever get entirely well again.

Give my love and a kiss to all the children. We are going to be sent up the river in a few days but where the Lord only knows. I will write to you again as soon as I arrive at a place where I will remain long enough to get an answer to you. Until then farewell.

Ever your husband
H. D. Gardner

P. S. Give my best respects to all my friends