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Bowdlear, Samuel G. A.L.S. to Austin C. Wellington; Boston, 1863 July 6

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 47
Call Number: MS 3929

Scope and Contents

Discussion of the morale boost of the people in Boston after Union victories in the South, and hope that those victories would also boost the morale of troops as they move toward success in Vicksburg and Port Hudson.  Extensive quotation from the Psalms--lines which he uses to provide comfort and to attempt to draw parallels with Wellington's current struggles in war. 3 s. (9 p.)  With transcription.

Dates

  • 1863 July 6

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The collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 106 Items

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

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