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Camp near Hamilton Crossings May 10, 1863
My dear Nannie,
We have had a terrible battle and driven the Yankees with great slaughter across the river. Our own loss is very heavy in men and officers. General Jackson was wounded by our own men. His arm was amputated and it was doing very well. He took Pneumonia and died today.
What a calamity to the Confederacy. He was wounded the night before the decisive battle and it cast a gloom over the whole army, but they fought more desperately the next day than ever.
The office of Regimental Commissary has been Abolished. I expect to be home in the course of a few weeks or less, must settle my Commissary Affairs first.
It is expected that we are to follow up the Yankees in a few days, everything indicates it. I am Anxious to hear from (you). It seems everybody else gets letters. I hope you will write soon. I have been sick for several days though nothing serious. Do not forget to write and direct to Guineas Station as usual - love to Dear Robby and his ma.
From your Affectionate Husband
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