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Title A name given to the resource 1862 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Camp “Forbes” Brookville Md 16 Sept 1862 My very dear little wife and daughter, It is almost 8 Oclk A M, just after rations, which means Coffee and hard bread, and meat, and I assure you it “goes good” too. Well, we haven’t much news that certain, so I am going to have a rambling conversation answering questions &c[.] You will probably hear by my letters of Sunday, that we expected to move suddenly. well that proved a “hoax”, a sham messenger got into camp, and the Col wouldn’t move. We are among rascally rebels who are very good to our faces but would gladly see us cut up, but we are enough for them, so don’t feel alarmed. It is cloudy and Cool. I am feeling very home like. This may sound strange, and let me here ask you to dismiss at once, and forever, from your mind the thought that I was dissatisfied with my home. God knows I love you all sincerely, but when I saw and felt the condition of the Country, all employments at home, and especially at mean rates of compensation, seemed contemptable in Comparison, with standing under the Flag in defense of the best Country and government on earth, and I am glad more so than ever that I done as I did, for it places you and me in a more elevated condition than ever and if I live thro’ it, it will bring its own “exceeding great reward.” There is something in the stir and commotion of Soldier life, which you women can’t fully realize perhaps, and which we think not the less of you, there is a wonderful fascination in the thought of the work we are doing. The married men, I notice, and I have talked with many of them, are the most happy, and devoted in the service, while the young and single are the inconstant and faultfinding. So much for having something to defend. So I want you to feel as a soldiers Wife what I do as a “Soldier of the Army of the Union”! Well, I did think of our wedding day, a lovely day here (or at Leesboro Camp 10 miles back) and thought I should mention it but slipped my pen. You speak of a letter written the 11th. I got one written the 7th and one this Morn which I enjoyed so much over my bread and Coffee and glad you are well. I want to hear of you as cosily fixed at B with our effects, goods &c with you. Jos H. had a letter this morning from his mother, very kindly. She had written you. Jos. had gone to Royalston. Lottie Houghton was threatened with a fever. Will Miller sick at Alexandria in hospital. Ballon (Supt.) was to be first Leut. of a new company. Lively times, there[?] [are] so many men going to war. Saw B Edmonds yesterday. Says Wm. Finney, says, he feels almost ashamed to be seen in the street while so many are in the Army, and that’s how they feel We have a rumor in camp this morn that we are to start for somewhere, where we shall be pleasantly fixed for some time to come, where we shall have a pleasant “habitation and a name”. I hope it may be so, for in foul weather it would be agreeable, very, but we are fast learning to have no faith till the moment of action. No papers in camp yesterday but those we received from home, and they will be very welcome. It is so good to feel when we leave drill for the tents that there is something from home to greet our eyes. We are exceedingly favored with the men—a good set too—yes some four ministers in the ranks. Service on Sunday by the Chaplain. A good speaker, and a common sense discourse on the evils common in Camp. Swearing, gaming &c &c[.] Read drawn up in line, closing with dress Parade or guard, which takes about a 100 men[?], a fine sight. The drummers, or Guard if they have one[,] marches in front, from Right, (the head of the line) to Left, and back, wh[e]n the Sergeants come to the center in front, and report their number &c, whether absent “or accounted for.” they return to place, then Commissioned Officers, Capts &c. Come to Centre, march forward to the Col, who gives any orders, he may have, to be Communicated to the men, when the Companies are marched of[f] by the Sergeants to their quarters. The neighboring people, ladies slaves &c (There are scarcely any young men to be seen here) were present at the service, while the cannon were booming away to the west towards the mountains, where we expect McC and Burnside were punishing the rebels. We hear the guns at a distance every day, more or less, and the summit of the Virginia mountains are in sight from some elevated[?] spot. In marching, we halt for a few moments about every mile and over, have a halt for an hour or so, when we fill our Canteens, drop knapsacks, & take a lunch. It is expected we shall march from 10 to 15 miles a day, or more as we get used to it. I saw an account of the march of troops a few days before us over this road, which pronounced it worse even than anything in the Richmond Campaign. The dust is fearful on these roads, but our Reg bear it like “regulars.” Our Orderly Sergeant, Fisher of Northfield[,] is quite unwell. Sort of a fev[e]r and trouble in the bowels. No other sickness of note in our Co, which is full. Leut Howe will have his commission. Henry Mayo sends his love to you. I like him more than ever. Jos H is just about the same as ever. Well and wild in talk. he is on guard today. The slaves bring us “Hoe Cake” hot in butter, roasted apples, pies &c. which are good. I don’t indulge much but occasionally a little something tastes very good. Will try and look out for the money. The Camp abounds in singular characters. We have a Billy Howard who is half Spanish, used to live in C, knows Mr Everett (O.C.) who has befriended him, used to be missionary on board of a War Ship, has been in the English Army in India, was at Delhi in the great Rebellion, also in the 25th Reg, was injured at Annapolis, and had to return home. Enlisted at Gardner. A good hearted fellow, and I like him much, one of the Corporals &c is quite a talker on religion but now tro[u]bled with doubts, but is a smart debater. 28 years old. Would be called a back slider, but is nearer the mercy seat at heart than a great many of more pretensions. Have no trace of Frank[.] Shall write to W. Have written about all I can think of. Will write Sarah, and Ed Peirce and Ed Haynes by and by—be patient all. As ever your loving husband Jerome [Marginal notes] [Page 2] Shall keep our knapsacks tho’ lightened. Shall not send any thing home. [Pages 2-3] News favorable this morn. Please inclose stamps occasionally as we can’t get them easily here. [Page 5] Had a letter from Abbie. Wrote to Billerica the other day. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, September 16, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Camp "Forbes" Brookville, MD. 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Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Near Keedysville, Md 20 Sept 1862 My dearest Allie After a tedious march of three days and a half in succession, we have reached this place, which is in the very seat of war, and within a short distance of a bloody field, and the victims of which we have met hourly for the last two days. But let me say a word about our march. We left Brookville Weds morning, and went 15 miles, to beyond a miserable village called Damascus, where we camped outdoors in a musty and damp night, and weary I assure you. But after a while we had a ration of hot coffee and had a good nights sleep. Early Thu[r]s morn. moved into Frederick City, about 17 miles, through Monrovia[,] Newmarket, &c. The county is more hilly and N.E. like in Nature but nothing else. Frederick is a pretty place in a valley surrounded by heights, South Mountain &c[.] Yesterday morn. left F.C. and came beyond Middletown, thro’ a beautiful Country but marked by the rebel raid and camped on a beautiful hill[,] a chain, or branch of the Blue Ridge, with a charming view thro’ wide vallies [sic], much like Berkshire, Mass. Today was the crossing of the mountain, in which I rode most of the way, (Our Knapsacks have been carried since we left Damascus), and tho’ foot sore and wearied I am in good health, and only wish I could step in and tell you my adventures, instead of these miserable scrawls. Arrived here about noon today. We are at the rear of the main army and our next move is very uncertain. You have heard of the battles for the last few days no doubt[.] I cannot tell you half we have scene [sic], and if we don’t get hardened it will not be from want of seeing the victims, in all shapes of suffering, and we have talked with those from the 15th and 21st Reg. Capt Joselyn, of Worcester[,] is wounded and gone to Washington. Saw one of his (Reg) men yesterday and they agreed exactly, in the wrist and back, but will get well. They say he is a good fellow. Boonsboro and the village here are hospitals, every church, school house and many private dwel[l]ings are given up for the same purposes, and as I write, the cannon are heard in two or three directions, and it is supposed Siegel and Burnside are finishing Jackson and his forces, which are said to be hemmed in near Harpers Fer[r]y[.] Two columns of rebel prisiners [sic] went past here today, and near New Market we met some 5000. of our men who were parolled [sic] at Harper’s Ferry. It was a disgraceful affair. I have given you a rapid and poor account of things, and you may think sad, but we are in good spirits and only hope to see before many days the total destruction of Jackson’s army and the doing up of the Rebellion, which according to those best able to judge here will follow as the “Rebs” are in a most desperate condition. We hope to be Brigaded soon and so be in better shape in some particulars. Wrote to Frank & Will before leaving Brookville. No letters from home on the road[.] Direct to Washington as ever[.] See Harpers Weekly for a map of our travels. Will add more tomorrow. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, September 20, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Near Keedysville, MD. Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Peirce Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-20 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Donald Pfanz (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). 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Title A name given to the resource 1862 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Camp Near Sharpesburg [sic] Sept 25, 1862 My dearest Wife, I had scarcely closed my last at Keedysville last Sunday P.M. when we were ordered to pack up and about 3 P.M. started for this place, 4 miles, which is with the main force of Gen Burnside and formes [sic] one of the Army Corps which holds the rebels, who are in Virginia in a shattered condition. Have been waiting for a mail before I wrote again. expect one today as it is on the way and hope to get it before I send this. Have no particular news to offer. have not seen a paper since Sunday, but our Capt. was ill at Frederick City, and came yesterday. Says the impression is that the fighting is about over with. I hope it may be so, for to see the carnage and ruin hereabouts is sufficient to sicken one of war. We passed this the village of Sharpesburg [sic], and it is riddled with shot from our Artillery at the fight a week or more ago. One fine brick house has a ball hole completely through it, and the course battered away four[?] two feet, as tho’ a 64 pounder had hit it. Have seen Converse Mayo, and Harland Metcalf. They are pretty well. Converse had three narrow escapes at the battles, was in two at So Mountain and Sharpsburg. bullets burnt his skin in three places, either of which would have ruined him if not killed him. He is a soldier every inch. Metcalf was well—attendant to Dr Church, a light duty. We are encamped on Antietam Creek, woods, cornfield in the rear, a steep bank within ten feet of our tent, some 50 feet high like Millers River near Acted[?], only the creek [?] half as wide. Here is about 130000 troops hereabouts, and the night time presents a fine sight sight [sic]. The measles are in the Reg some which prevents us from moving for the present. Shall probably be at Harpers Ferry sometime[.] We have little to do but go thro’ the manual of Arms, and inspection of arms, as the ground is not fitted. Dress parade last we[ek] in a Cornfield, on a hill side—awkward job. Weather is fine with Cool nights and mornings. The health of our boys is good[.] We are in an out-of-the-way region and have short rations some of the time. Got some Sugar and splendid molasses sy[r]up yesterday with a few home made cakes from a farm house, and we have lived. Jos H. is tenting with us for the present. Wrote to Sister Sarah yesterday[.] (Jos H. has just come in with a loaf of warm bread—bravo!) We find it hard to get postage stamps. please enclose some occasionally. Will add more by [?]. 5 P.M.—As a specimen of what we live[?] here. Just as we were closing the 10 Oclk Drill, this A.M. orders came to pack and be ready for marching at 1. O clock P.M Well all ready, stood till 4 P.M. when we [were] ordered back to tents, so here we are waiting for supper, Henry M. reading the paper. News seems favorable. the Proclamation I hope will close the war shortly. We know nothing of the future. The rebs “May make another dash for vi[c]tuals[.] if they do we are ready for them A beautiful day and have thought much of you. Are you at Orange? Hope you will be fixed at B son, where I hope to meet you all in less than a year. No mail yet. will not seal this till morning. A kiss for you and Lulu, and may heaven keep you always. Went to a tent meeting last Eve[.] fine singing, scripture reading, and a beautiful prayer from Sergeant White of Roxbridge[?][.] Evening by Candle light— Jos H. reading “Baltimore Clipper[.]” Dress Parade. there was no mention of marching tomorrow, so we may remain but, I think not. Thought I would add a few words as I could, as when we do march, it will be rapidly, and I shall be too fatigued for much writing. Had a nice supper of biscuit and molasses, Coffee &c sweetened with our own sugar. The Union folks at the farm house, like the Mass Boys, and make more money selling bread, than regular work. We share so that a little Cash goes a great way, for we have been short at this Camp. You will think we think of nothing but eatables, but we have singing, reading, and it would do you good to see how much attention the “Good book” receives from some of the boys, and I often think of Cromwell’s army as pictured in “Woodstock[.]” Have “confabs” with Lou R and Ben E. Had a cleaning up of the Camp grounds yesterday, which makes it look more Comfortable. I don’t know as these things will interest you, but O try to give a picture of Army Life in a dispirited way, for we are liable to “pack knapsack” at any moment. Tell Edward P. and H. I will remember them soon, but they must not wait for me. How goes life at C with Ed P? Saw some gentleman from Worcester sent out for the wounded of the 35th[.] Said the “men were coming”! Am glad of it, for I think the appearance of this vast Army will settle the matter soon, for evidence accumulates daily of the desperate condition of the “rebs,” and the wretched state of things at the South. Must bid you Good Night, and shall close in the morning anyhow, but hope for letters from home before I do. Direct, to 36 Reg Co H. Mass Vols “Ninth Army Corps,” as we get letters by the Division Mail now. Two Divisions (40,000) form a Corps[.] We are part of the 1st Div 3d Brigade 9th Corps &c. A Div. Composes 4 Brigades[,] 4 Regts a Brigade &c 8. P.M. Henry M. just came in. Says the talk in Camp is that we shall move at 4 Oclk A M which means early, so I will Close. Love abund[ant]ly to all. Ever Jerome [Marginal notes] [Page 1] Capt Hastings Co. My Testament is a dear Companion. As ever your own Jerome [Page 2] Direct to the Ninth Army Corps, in addition to former way. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, September 25, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Camp near Sharp[e]sburg, MD. 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Text Any textual data included in the document Camp Near the Potomac, 30th Sept 1862. My dearest Wife, On this lovely morning, (the sun just hidden sufficient to make it Cool and shady) in a lovely part of “My Maryland.” I resume the pencil again to you. I wish you could have just looked upon the sight yesterday P.M. The mail arrived about noon, distributed about 2 P.M. and such joyful faces. After more than two weeks of waiting it was indeed a Godsend and set the whole Camp in joyous hilarity except a few who received none, and they had the sympathy of the rest. Well I got Six, all thanks to the dear Good friends! Three were from our dearest self, dated 17th 20th & 21st from Bil, the last from Boston. I expect I have not got all of yours, as I have not all of mine. one from Foster I have not recd. I should value it much and hope it will come yet. One from Abbie of the 17th, one from Finney, one from E. Haynes, from Mr. Baker of Orange, (I wrote him and the S. School awhile ago)]. Am glad to have good news generally and trust the same health, and security will still keep all our dear friends and interests at home, and ‘tis a great deal to know we are a wall of strong arms and glittering steel, to still protect our best hopes at home, and already the Rebel hosts are cooled of their mad endeavors to “invade” the North! But of the Past, Left Camp “Rocks” as we facetiously call it--owing to the “stony places” where we last Camped--on Friday P.M. a Column of some 8500 men, and made three miles or so to this place, a little nearer the Potomac between it and Antietam Creek. It is a lovely spot, and a wide valley, to the West, some two miles and in front, are the belt of hills between us and Virginia (see the map) while undulating land, woods of Cedar, about, front and Right, and some 40000 to 75000 troops on hill and plain filling the whole area, and in the eve lighted up like a la[r]ge City. I wish I was an artist for it is a “continual feast” to the eyes. But I must tell you more. Lou R. came into the Capt’s tent last eve, where I was chatting, and seemed as overjoyed as a boy at his letters, two from Nellie, and we “walked and talked” till roll call 9 oclk, and almost imagined ourselves once more at home, even while talking over the chances of the war prompted by the little incident, of my being appointed one of the Color guard, a post of danger and honor. The duty is in the Centre of the Reg at Review, Dress parade and line of Battle. A co[r]poral is selected from each Co[.] Frank Crofts is from the “Phalanx,” so we are indeed under the folds of the starry flag, “By angel hands to valor given[.]” Jos H had a letter from his mother, and two papers[.] No particular news, only there is a rush for Certificates of disability to serve in the army and Mr. Baker is quite funny over it. But O is doing well notwithstanding, and I only hope the response will be general[?] for the appearance alone of the host can send, will crush the rebellion without much more fighting. We are having a beautiful season here, and the pleasantest period of our Camp life is passing. Should like to be in Bila a little while. by the way, the Potomac river looks a little like the Concord at B but for the Color. the streams all have a yellow, muddy Color. There is a steep rugged bushy bank, which looks off into Virginia, and a Canal running beside it, with deserted Lime Kilns, on the bank, for it is a great for Lime Stone Country, and the water effects us more or less, but therefor[e] I have been exceedingly well, and am so still for I am Careful of myself, and am not anxious to die either by bullets or desease [sic], but shall endeavor to “stand by the flag[.]” Had a Brigade Review this A.M. Gen Wil[l]cox, and Inspection Dress parade &c. by and by, so will rest awhile It is almost dark and the mail is closing—will add a closing word. You ask if Capt S. is a[s] popular as ever. he is and is a very kind and excellent man. Expect our first Lieut from Hubbardston soon. been sick. from the 25th Reg. I presume I have forgot[t]en many items, but not the love I bear you and our dear little Lulu. Regimental inspection, Dress Parade, (and Review this A.M.) so I am somewhat fatigued. I enclose $,00 as I can do without it, so I Just on “Please forward” in hopes it will ensure a safe arrival. Hope to hear from Foster. Love to all. As ever, Your Jerome Excuse this paper. Half of Mr. Baker’s. Have to make the most of Stationery. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, September 30, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Camp near the Potomac Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-09-30 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Donald Pfanz (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. 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Title A name given to the resource Miscellaneous Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document LETTER TRANSCRIPTION To “Allie” Dearest of all my earthly friends, Again I fly to thee, Whose blessed Image ever blends In all that’s dear to me. The toils of day and eve’s repose, Alike thy presence brings. When sleep serene, my eyelids close To thee my spirit wings. How deeply thus doth love enshrine Its object in the soul! And guides the heart to things divine, And Heaven – its final goal. Oh blessed thought! For those who love, An immortality remains. And in a brighter world above, A balm for all our pains. April ‘56 Written by my Father when engaged to Mother. Lucy S. Peirce TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE Jerome Peirce and Albinia Jaquith were married on September 10, 1857. More specifically, the Pension File obtained from the U.S. National Archives in Washington, D.C., contains a Certification from the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as required as proof of marriage by the U.S. Pension Office in order to approve the widow’s pension that Albinia applied for. That document reads, “The marriage of Jerome Peirce of Charlestown, aged 26 years, and Albinia Jaquith of Billerica, aged 28, was solemnized at Billerica on September 10, 1857, by Rev. J. G. D. Stearnes.” Further research shows that the Rev. Jesse G. D. Stearnes was the minister at the Congregational Church on Andover Street in Billerica, Massachusetts, from 1843 until 1867. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1863 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Newport News, VA 17th Feb 1863 My dearest Wife, Yours of the 12th, 13th letter came last eve [evening] and you know how welcome it was. It is a very rainy day and J. H. and Corporal Sawin (of Westminster) my additional tent-mate with myself are all busily engaged in writing to loved ones at home. The change of camp has caused some change of formalities and Corpl. S[awin] has joined us and if we can get the new tents, we shall have five in a tent. Don’t know who will constitute the others yet. It is an ugly storm, not so very cold but wet and as the soil here is sandy we have no fears of the mud, which gave such a dismal appearance to the camp at F [Falmouth] the last part of our stay there. Well, I have much I would like to say and what shall I begin with? You know how confused one feels when first in process of moving. If we first had expected so much delay in receiving our tents, should have finished ours regardless of orders as if we have only half of one pitched, raised with logs and a fireplace but no chimney, so fires inside is out of the question. We can stand erect and that is something but you see we are hardly convalescent as yet from morning. It is raining harder and the wind is rising, we imagine it knows at the North. We had just such a storm at F [Falmouth]. I wrote you on Sunday, No. 1 from N.P., enclosing $5.00 more. I hope you will receive all ($10.00). I was obliged to have a new blanket and had a chance to get one of one of the Co. cheaper than the Gov furnishes and better so I bought it, $1.75, and some little things, so I could not send you all I would have liked to, but we expect another payday soon and you shall be remembered to the best of my ability. Your letters do me so much good, but the thought of you going to work troubles me a great deal and “going into a shop” must not be thought of as moment for little Lulu must not be exposed to any such life for you know if she was with you she would see strangers more or less. When I think what the soldiers of the Union are doing, the thought that their families should suffer one moment’s anxiety in addition to the fearful fact of a separation from their husbands and fathers, I know not what to say or think. But let us hope for something and I will not suggest anything now but I am denying and will more than ever myself for your dear sakes and I can honestly assure you that I have asked for nothing and have bought nothing but what went to benefit me in health and spirit and so far I have kept both and that is everything here and could you witness some of the sad ones of “low spirits” with bad health and a grave soon following, you would say keep both health and spirits at any cost. Could you look in upon us now, you (and any of the friends not used to war scenes) would think there was little to sustain the bright side but instead we can hear singing and joking in the neighboring tents and we see now few sober faces. We have as I have said before a lovely place for a camp and I am [???] so much for spring, for the country is “sunny south” indeed in these beautiful shores of the “James” [River] and how many incidents of the olden and later times have I recalled to mind. The early settlement of Va [Virginia] in this vicinity and but a little ways from here some 15 miles are Little Bethel and Big B[ethel] where the fight was and where Winthrop fell, that [who] has written “John Brent” and other good books and since I commenced occasionally hear the big guns from the monitors and gun barrels in the river, practicing I presume. The rain is beating in so as to wet my paper sadly. I fear I shall have to close my letter for I find it hard to think or say anything it is so uncomfortable. Last eve. Corpl. S[awin] got a box from home and he showed some of his things brown bread, doughnuts, cheese, cake, pies etc. I should not expect you to send one for we can now get things and too we will live better than formerly. Have soft bread every day, fruit quite [often]. Shea called on the Capt. [Capt. Sawyer, Commanding Officer of Company H] this morn. He got a box last eve. Gave me a piece of cake had received your “sermon” and wished me “to present his particular compliments for your favor.” I told him how much you thought of him in connection with me, how little Lulu talked about him etc. etc. He is an excellent man and could I see you, could tell you some little things. I told him you looked upon him sort of as a father to me and Lieut. Gird (a 1st) spoke up “and he must be father-in-law to her (you)”. Gird is a pleasant fine fellow, but somewhat odd and very large, a little of the C. F. Smith style but I like him and am in good standing with both of them for the simple reason that I try to do my whole duty and sympathy of taste for Capt. S[awyer] as a scholar and Lt. Gird was an editor or had something to do with a paper in Fitchburg or Worcester some time ago before the war. He has lived in both places. I send you a march, Army worn diary kept on board the steamer for the most part, but I thought you would think all the more of it being so soiled. I forgot to mention that I had some delightful chats and reading with Ben E. and his nephew Geo. on board. Geo. E is a lover of good reading and has my Shakespeare now till I get settled. We were reading “Julius Caesar” on the boat together, when Jim Canfield, the chaplain, came along and asked if he (Geo.) “carried that”. It is Corpl. P.’s [Peirce’s] said he, turning to me. I explained how I got it and told him he could get one. Said he had been wanting just such an one. Asked me about my residence in C. [Charlestown] and how I came in Co. H. etc. etc., a pleasant chat followed and on the war etc. Was in Ben E’s [tent] last eve. Had a box of “goodies” as they call them, gave me an apple. J. H. has been very set upon a box and spoke to Aunt Sarah [in] Jamestown quite cooly as I thought altho. she had mentioned the matter first. She has promised as you see, to send one. And this reminds that J. H. wants to have her letter sent to O. [Orange], to his folks. It was directed to him I didn’t think at first but if you’ll forward ‘twill [it will] be all right. I will send you a letter from Mr. Mayo. I answered it yesterday, four pages. Regarding scriptures and religious matters, I have not been able yet to think enough to say much this time. Have to take precious care of books this time or they’ll get wet. Intended to have read up something but last eve. looked at “Dew Drops”. I carry it in my watch pocket and the text for 16th Deut. was “Give me more wisdom and knowledge” from Chron. The things, papers with brush, thread, stamps, etc. all safe. Many thanks and little L’s [Lulu’s, i.e., Jerome and Allie’s daughter] sewing. She is a dear good child to think of working for Papie [Papa, i.e., Jerome]. I still feel that we shall all meet again and if you can be all spared to greet me, how little shall I regret the part I have acted. There is many comments made in the difference of letters from the Army. We that are cheerful endure as much as any but we keep healthy for one thing and it is something to do that. It is raining fearfully and ‘tis dripping thru. I intended to have written Abbie but fear shall not mail it today as it goes at noon. Don’t think of boxes or anything but that I am well, safe even happy, that we have a pleasant camp and a good cause, and this camp seems to have changed the spirit of the whole Army. I took a plunge in the river yesterday, merely plunged in and rubbed myself down and was warm right away. We are collecting water in a dipper and throwing it out so you can imagine how it comes. I think I spoke of the unfavorable news from Alonzo. Have heard nothing since my last. I hope for better news but it looks dark now. Spoke with the Capt. about furloughs. He said this morning that it looked dubious as Gen Dix had respectfully refused some lately. I have not allowed myself to think much about it and trust we can bear the disappointment for it would indeed be hard to come away if I were at home. As ever your loving husband with many kisses for self and Lulu. Jerome TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES (James Lloyd and Josef Rokus) NOTE 1: The Battle of Big Bethel was one of the earliest land battles of the American Civil War. It took place on the Virginia Peninsula, near Newport News, on June 10, 1861. The Union forces suffered 76 casualties, with 18 killed, including Maj. Theodore Winthrop and Lt. John T. Greble. Lt. Greble the first regular army officer killed in the war. NOTE 2: Major Theodore Woolsey Winthrop (1828 – 1861) was a writer, lawyer, and world traveler. He was one of the first Union officers killed in the Civil War. At the Battle of Big Bethel on June 10, 1861, he drew up a crude plan of battle. After a Federal attack to the enemy right flank was foiled, Winthrop led an ill-fated assault on the Confederate left. In the heat of battle, Major Winthrop leapt onto the trunk of a fallen tree and reportedly yelled, "One more charge boys, and the day is ours." Soon thereafter, he was killed by a musket ball to the heart and became the first casualty of rank for the Northern side in what history regards as the first pitched land battle of the Civil War. Winthrop's novels, for which he had failed to find a publisher during his lifetime, appeared posthumously. They include “John Brent,” founded on his experiences in the far West. NOTE 3: A monitor was a relatively small warship which was neither fast nor strongly armored but carried disproportionately large guns. They were used by some navies from the 1860s, during the First World War and with limited use in the Second World War. During the Vietnam War they were used by the United States Navy. The original monitor was designed by John Ericsson in 1861 who named it USS Monitor. They were designed for shallow waters and served as coastal ships. NOTE 4: "Dew Drops" was a miniature book measuring about 1 1/2" by 2 1/8" which was published by the American Tract Society. It was a miniature inspirational book of daily devotions with a bible verse for each day of the year and was 128 pages in length. The American Tract Society was founded in 1825 for publishing Christian literature. The title “Dew Drops” is taken from a verse from Deuteronomy, pictured on the title page "My speech shall distill as the dew.” NOTE 5: On wisdom and knowledge 2 Chronicles 1:10: “Give me wisdom and knowledge, that I may lead this people, for who is able to govern this great people of yours?” NOTE 6: The “Alonzo” Jerome referred to in his letters was Seth Alonzo Ranlett. Ranlett enlisted in Co. B of the 36th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment as a Private on July 24, 1862, at age 22, and he was from Charlestown, Massachusetts. He was promoted to First Sergeant on August 27, 1862, and was commissioned as a First Lieutenant on December 1, 1862. On December 17, 1862, he was appointed Adjutant of the Regiment. He was mustered out “on account of physical disability from disease incurred in the service” on February 20, 1864. Ranlett was born on March 18, 1840, in Charlestown, Massachusetts, and he died May 21, 1905, in Newton, Massachusetts. Ranlett’s wife was Ellen Peirce Ranlett, with a date of birth of March 22, 1842, and a date of death of January 12, 1914. They were married on January 21, 1864. Ellen Peirce was one of the children of Foster Peirce and his wife Catherine Abby Beaman. Also, Foster Peirce was a brother of Jerome. Therefore, the Ellen that Jerome mentions in his letters was one of Jerome’s nieces, and starting on January 21, 1864, Alonzo was the husband of one of his nieces. NOTE 7: The following information about the men in his company he mentions in the letter was obtained from the Unit History. All three were no longer Jerome’s comrades when Jerome was killed on May 11, 1864, at Spotsylvania Court House. Captain Christopher enlisted from Templeton, Massachusetts, at age 28 on August 22, 1862. He served as the commanding officer of Company H, 36th Massachusetts Infantry, until February 19, 1864, when he was discharged for disability. LT. Joseph W. Gird enlisted from Fitchburg, Massachusetts, at age 22 as a Private in Company F of the 25th Massachusetts Volunteers on October 4, 1861. On August 11, 1862, he was appointed First Lieutenant of the 36th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment but resigned on May 18, 1863. He was appointed Second Lieutenant in the 57th Massachusetts Volunteers on November 3, 1863, and was promoted in that regiment to Captain on December 31, 1863. Lieut. Gird was killed in action on May 6, 1864, at the Battle of the Wilderness, just a few days before Jerome was killed. Corporal Farwell Sawin was 31 years old when he enlisted as a Corporal from Westminster, Massachusetts, on August 11, 1862, i.e., seven days after Jerome enlisted. On August 9, 1863, he died of disease at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter/Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, February 17, 1863 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Newport News, VA. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1862 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Camp near “Antietam Iron Works” Oct 5th 1862 My dearest Wife, Laying aside all sounds of war, I wish you Could he here to share this lovely scene. I am seated under a cedar tree, in the lovely wood about a quarter of a mile from our Camp, where I stole out this Sabbath morn, “so cool so calm so bright, Bridal of the earth and sky”. Near me is another soldier writing while another is cutting Cedar twigs, for flooring our tent, and no sound but the sighing of the wind thro’ the trees. We have [had] very hot oppressive weather for some days, and together with the lime water has debilitated me somewhat as it has very many of the Reg. but am much better and hope soon to master the change. Yesterday P.M. it came out cool high wind, and rain, and this morning it is very refreshing. And now, what shall I say to interest you? No change in the situation. One incident, of the past week, is a marked item. on Thurs. we were called into line at quarter before seven a.m. the whole Corps, to receive his Excellency A Lincoln, accompanied by Gen’s McC. and Burnside. waited about five hours when they appeared finely mounted, the Pres and Gen McC on dark horses. The Pres is like his pictures on the U.S. Notes, and I knew “a great way off”. McC. was even finer looking than his picture, more of the refined, quiet scholarly man—small, finely built, and lighter Complectioned [sic] than you would suppose—beard like his pictures only not so prominent. wore a cap like the rest of us. Burnside is a towering massive man of work with an immense Kossuth Hat, Common blouse and like his pictures very much. Has a searching black eye, and white teeth and looks the hero every inch. It was a grand sight, so many troops, about 8,000 in sight from where I stood, and from fifteen to thirty thousands, in all. accounts differ as to how many we number but it is a vast host, some--most--of them war-worn and broken Regts. with a few new Regts. complete. Yesterday our Camp was a little start[l]ed by a battery about a quarter of a mile from us, opening on the woods the other side of the river, so we heard the shot and shell whiz, and burst. Some said it was to scatter Rebs, who were erecting masked batteries, and others for practice on new shot and gun. We are near the traitors, and the papers talk of work but I think the impression now is that we (our Reg) will see no fighting but will go to winter quarters while more experienced troops will do the heavy work. The position of the armies would indicate a Collision soon, but we have learned that all is uncertain, and changeable. I have a let[t]er to Abbie as yet unfinished and which I expected to mail [?] but [I] was to[o] fatigued to finish so[?] shall mail it with this. I wrote you last Tues. Have had no mail since Monday last. I have no stamps and it is almost impossible to get any here, but the Chaplain endorses them, so they will come. Sent you 5,00 in my last, which I hope you will receive. I think you will have no trouble about the State Aid, as H Boyden has his. I wrote to Joseph a few lines, about it. I suppose if they find folks have any property they will try and get rid of paying it, but I have no fears. I understand the Col. and I know one Capt has sent home papers to secure to the[ir] families the same. How and where are you? How much I would like to see this business closed and could once more be in our good old sabbath loving N.E.! I am not “home-sick,” but war sick—such suffering—the fact that such is the method to settle disputes, it is terrible. Very near me is the new-made grave of a Penna Volunteer, the head near a little Cedar the foot near a stump, with a neat board, name, age &c 100 Reg. A lovely spot enough, but away from home. Well, Let us trust that out of all this some great good is to arise. Had a walk and chat with Alonzo. We are the same as ever, and enjoy much together, talk over our letters together &c. and even books in the quiet moonlight nights, and we are having lovely ones. With the “bab[b]lng brooks” and N. England thrift “My Maryland” would be a paradise almost.= I forgot to mention the “Katy-dids”, which we hear in the woods nights. They say “Katy-did”, “Katy-didn’t,” in a tone like the Locust. I think they must be similar in kind, but we Can’t get a sight of them. How is darling Lulu? She little knows how much you are in mind. God grant she may never know what you are passing thro[u]gh. Kiss her many times for me. I like your keeping her mind clear of sad things, and for her education some way will be provided—don’t burden your mind, now, take all the comfort you can with her. I wish we could have been paid off. the last day of this month is pay day and I hope something will Come of it. If possible you shall hear from me then. I[‘]ve sat here sometime. Will finish at the tent after the day is near closed. P.M. At my tent. It will soon be service time, and then Dress Parade, so will close. It is cool and breezy, and feel much better than I have for some days, and if I could only get some letters would be quite well. There is nothing since morning worth mention. Our dinner, was Stewed beans, quite good, but not a Sunday dinner at home, but we are hardened to our fare and most of us are hearty. A few of my books, or some Magazine would have been a delight today as it has been very quiet. Had a prayer meeting a few steps from our tent this morning singing, ex[h]ortations and prayer. Have read a paper or two testament, and thought much of you all. Hope this will find you all well. Don’t get sick, breaking up at Orange[.] Shall expect to hear you are nicely fixed at B before cold weather. Write often as possible. I will write other of my friends as I get time. Recd. E Hayne’s. will answer sometime. At times I fell much like writing and again I get disturbed and Can’t do much[,] so friends must be patient. I don’t forget them. Lucy, Mother love to them each and all. As ever your own Jerome Tell me of Geo Pratt and how he is etc. Burnside is riding through a portion of the troops and they are cheering him. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1863 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Newport News 21st Feb 1863 My ever dear Wife, Yours of the 13th came last eve. and how much I wish you and Lulu were here! Yes Allie, I wish you were here and for the first time could I feel willing you should look in upon us just as we are, for we are now nearly in order a camp superior to “Camp Wool” at Worcester. Wedns and Thurs were severe days, rain and all that could make camp life disagreeable, excepting mud, sand instead, but a change has come. Thursday eve the tents came, all new and while they hold five but as yet we have only four in ours. The streets are all laid out uniform, 8 tents on a side, 27 feet wide (the street), sidewalks and the street rolling just as they do at home in the cities. At the foot the cooks are building a log tent. Will do the cooking in future. A little farther down is the Capt.’s tent, with the orderly Sargt.’s tent beside him. And still farther in the rear in the centre of the Regt. is the colonel’s quarters and “staff”, six tents facing each other for surgeon, chaplain, adjutant, and sergeant major, quartermaster and the Col. in the center. On the end thus, trees set by little marks and when all completed will be a very handsome and comfortable camp. Such as I should like to welcome you to. Our tents we can stand up in and keep neat. The weather is now beautiful. Sun shines warm, a realization somewhat of the ‘Sunny South’. Took a ramble (and a bath) yesterday by the shore and gathered some curious stones and shells which I shall send home sometime in a little box made [on] the rainy day with my knife alone. I send it, or will, to little Lulu. The shells are mostly of the oyster species and with water and the sun upon them look very pretty. They will answer for a beginning of a little cabinet and the box for the jewelry. I wish you would take sweet oil and rub it up nicely. It will be quite handsome. It served to while away the dreariest hours I have seen in camp. I picked up the pieces between here and the river and so you will have a memento of this camp. There are also some leaves! “Hock” they call them here but are the old English “Holly” so Ben E. says and so often mentioned by the Eng. [English] poets. Have I sent any home before? Will send some in this letter. The brown one in the box I picked up on the beach colored by the sea and I thought ‘twould look well in a wreath. I don’t know exactly when I shall send the box. The Capt. thinks I had better send it by someone. Perhaps we shall make up a box and send to Orange by Express. But I mention these items as I think of them now. I will send an extract or two from the “Register” which I desire kept for Lulu and please make her a ‘scrap book’ of reading suitable and pictures which will be equal to bought books and much cheaper. Get a good shaped book, cut out every other leaf, etc. Keep all the pretty little pictures, wood cuts, etc., like those in the paper I sent her. You will understand. I often think of my childhood and of the little things which cost nothing and yet make a world to childhood. Now Dear Allie, let me tell you how much good your letters do me. What more can I ask to “keep and sustain” me in whatever comes than such letters as yours and Abbie’s? I now feel that you are preparing to bear and prepare in the only sure way for what is before us and to know that Lulu is such a comfort. I knew it would prove so and you may be sure I am trying hard to keep myself as worthy as possible of such ones to love and remember me! And if I am not permitted to see you at present you can feel that I am passing life not all in vain and the place will be in keeping with all that is elevating in feeling. The beautiful scenery here, regularity and discipline, which will be instituted as soon as the camp is fairly completed, will leave time for improvement which I shall improve by all means. Shall have choice reading, means for keeping neat, bathing, etc. make up a fine camp and next to home. Our Lieut. thinks we shall be here for some time. Have read Romans 14th this morn. It’s a favorite chapter with me and your acct. of the services were very interesting and with Abbie’s letters make something far better than Sabbath services because I can enjoy them quietly and not surrounded by the various moods and countenances. For these are all my own sweet comfort and if necessary I can steal away and enjoy them daily. I read and passed to the Captain your note and he has promised to reply, and will. He is busy most of the time and you must be patient. I think he feels for all those who are at home and is a fatherly man to the whole company. You have done “all right” in writing him and he will do for all what he can. There is scarcely a man in [the] regt. so much of a gentleman and kindly as he is. Called on the acting Ajut. [Adjutant] this morn. and spoke with the Col. about Alonzo. Have not heard from Foster’s folks since your last two or three letters. They look to me for news from him and I wish they would keep me posted often for they get about all they hear from me. I hope he is mending and that we can hear something decidedly better soon. Company B has some reports from him occasionally but I don’t think they are reliable, very. The next tent to us is H. Mayo’s with Smith, W.H., Goddard, Ward and Harris. One tent is on the front corner left as you enter the street, this x being our tent. A poor sketch but will give you an idea of the street. Had a game of euchre last eve, Frank Craft and another Corpl. of the “Color Guard” and J.H. A nice time. Shall not spend any more time than I can help tho in that way. Will close later in the day. P.M. Now Dear Allie, can you tell what a benediction I have had? Just as I was seated in my tent eating dinner of toasted bakers bread and beef broth, who should come with Corp. Penn, Co. A, but young Knowles of Co. B just from Charlestown and gave me a package with a letter in it from Miss Waldo, stationery and a Monthly Journal, a pretty pair of wristers. Shall have to send them home as I don’t need them now (For next winter I hope to wear them at home.) and a nice long letter which I will send you sometime. Also a nice letter from Abbie and C.F. Smith! Have I not something to defend? Knowles says a week ago today, no, yesterday, Alonzo not expected to live and Foster and Ellen had gone to Washington but three days afterwards nothing had been heard from them. Sad, sad time. Well Allie, am one full of strange scenes and changes! And here I am improving time writing outdoors, back of our tent, by a little fire stewing some dried apple for supper. ‘Tis very pleasant and I wish so much you could see the sunny side of soldier’s life. Asked the Capt. if I could get a “Pass” to go to Suffolk. Said he’d see the Col. Wish I could, but fear not, furloughs are talked of again. Don’t know what will come of it. Expect to begin drill and other duties on Monday which will keep us moving and I am willing for we feel better to keep doing. I send some verses to Lulu ‘Jessie’. I have acted upon the sentiment of the last verse since I’ve been out here and find it excellent. We have Dress Parade now at 5 P.M. Have to shine up our brass buttons, etc. and, as we all have good clothes, make a fine appearance. I have not written as I would like to this time but feared that tomorrow would be interrupted so I have done something. I have mentioned that papers, thread, etc., toothbrush all came safe. Had the misfortune to lose the toothbrush during the rainy days when everything was in confusion. Could you send me another and I will be more careful. A little later. Just saw the Capt. Tried to get some more shells for my box but couldn’t find any such as he wanted. Has been busy. Is now giving out clothing. Will answer your note by and by. Be patient. Have looked over your letter and wish I had done better. I often dream over the past days, my better days no doubt. Would I could be “translated” to them but I trust we shall grow better and enjoy so much in writing. Like you, I feel more of our lover days, and I shall feel stronger for duty by your interest in the “one thing” to sustain us, for I assure you I am more in thoughts serious and enjoy so much in my bible. But there is so much to confuse one here! ‘Tis hard to write connectedly. I opened to the 80th Psalm, just see how appropriate it is to our situation. Was just interrupted and must close immediately. As ever, yours with love to self and all abundantly from your Jerome TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES (Josef Rokus) NOTE 1: According to the Unit History, “On February 10, 1863, the 36th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment moved to Newport News, Virginia, where it remained in camp until March 22, 1863.” NOTE 2: “Wristers” are a warm, knitted covering for the wrist. NOTE 3: Abbie (Abigail) was Allie’s younger sister. Abbie was born in 1836, and she died in 1915. Allie (Albinia) was born in 1834, and she died in 1920. NOTE 4: The “Alonzo” Jerome referred to in his letters was Seth Alonzo Ranlett. Ranlett enlisted in Co. B of the 36th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment as a Private on July 24, 1862, at age 22, and he was from Charlestown, Massachusetts. He was promoted to First Sergeant on August 27, 1862, and was commissioned as a First Lieutenant on December 1, 1862. On December 17, 1862, he was appointed Adjutant of the Regiment. He was mustered out “on account of physical disability from disease incurred in the service” on February 20, 1864. Ranlett was born on March 18, 1840, in Charlestown, Massachusetts, and he died May 21, 1905, in Newton, Massachusetts. Ranlett’s wife was Ellen Peirce Ranlett, with a date of birth of March 22, 1842, and a date of death of January 12, 1914. They were married on January 21, 1864. Ellen Peirce was one of the children of Foster Peirce and his wife Catherine Abby Beaman. Also, Foster Peirce was a brother of Jerome. Therefore, the Ellen that Jerome mentions in his letters was one of Jerome’s nieces, and starting on January 21, 1864, Alonzo was the husband of one of his nieces. NOTE 5: The “J. H.” that Jerome referred to in this letter was Joseph H. Peirce. He enlisted as a Private in Orange, Mass., on August 4, 1862, at age 18. Jerome also enlisted in Orange on the same date, but as a corporal. Jerome was 31 years old at the time. According to the Unit History, Joseph H. Peirce was taken Prisoner of War at Pegram Farm, Virginia, on September 30, 1864, (See Letter No. 227) and he was later exchanged. He was discharged on June 21, 1865. Joseph H. Peirce was the son of Joseph Peirce, one of Jerome’s brothers, and was, therefore, his nephew. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter/Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1862 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Oct 6th 1862 Friend[?] Mayo, Henry is sitting out in the sun near the tent writing and I will add a word in reply to yours[.] I cannot tell you news for doubtless you have been kept posted as far as concerns us here, but I wish to thank you for writing me in person. I have much to be indebted for in the thoughtfulness of friends, for I have received 62 letters since arriving at this camp, and I assure you it is all duly appreciated. My thoughts often turn from these scenes of [?], to those quiet hours at home, and to the sabbaths in quiet Old Orange, and I trust we may soon witness more peaceful times, for I can see that the neare[r] we appro[a]ch to the scene of Conflict the more hidious [sic] and repulsive it is, and altho’ I do not regret coming, I shall be glad to feel our duty done, and peace established on some permanent [sic] basis. It is a deep problem and nothing short of the wisest councils among men, and the favoring guidance of a good Prov[i]dence can deliver us all of which[?] I believe [sic] will finally [?]. Am glad to hear of the life at S School[.] remember me to them[.] tell them to figh[t] the good fight at home, while we do something here for the same great cause tho’ in a different way for had this section, and that farther south been favored with the churches and Sunday schools of N England we should never have been called from our peaceful homes. It sounds pleasant of evenings to hear some of our familier [sic] [?] “Homeward bound” and other, sung here as we do[.] I trust the coming—yes the present Autumn[--]be pleasent [sic] and bountiful of good things, and may you have health to enjoy it all. It was very cold here last night, tho’ the [sic] in the day time it is warm and lovely evenings. Remember me to your family each and all, and shall always be glad to hear from you. Very truly yours. Jerome Peirce PS Received a letter from my brother [?] last eve from Suffolk, Va where he is stationed in the Old Sixth Mass reg[.] a large force is collecting in the vicinity South of Richmond so I trust when we get ready to strike here it will find the rebels between two fires so that they will be finished next Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter / Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Friend (Mayo), October 6, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Friend (Mayo) [Undetermined] Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Friend (Mayo) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-10-06 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Donald Pfanz (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1863 Letter Archive Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document Newport News 26th Feb. 1863 My own dear Wife, ‘Tis P.M. Have just come in from Co[mpany] drill and will send a few lines and will tell you why not but a few lines, ‘tho you know I always ‘string out’ quite a letter. Well just as I got ready to write you yesterday, Corp. S[awin] looked into our tent and said I could get a pass to go to Suffolk! (I had mentioned the subject before.) so I posted off at once. Got the Major’s (Goddell), (Col B[owman] is at home.) signature, also the Brigade Officer (Col. Leasure) and started off in fine spirits this morn. Left N.P. [Newport] at 8 am “all right” but alas when arrived at Fortress Monroe no “passes” for soldiers beyond there! Well I’ve been here in the Army long enough to know there are many slips between Provost Marshalls and the place you wish to see. So ends my attempts to see Frank and Will. Came directly back here where I arrive at dinnertime. The trip was very pleasant, got a sight of a few ladies, citizens and saw once again the beautiful Bay. Also ran upon young Merrill of Charlestown who was taken prisoner at Harper’s Ferry in the N.Y. Artillery. You remember Mr. Merrill the tailor in C[harlestown], his oldest son. Matters are moving on here. Had a Grand Review yesterday by Gen. Dix. A magnificent affair. 20,000 troops, the whole Corps, and we had a much better opportunity of seeing them, and I never saw so fine a display as they were all well clothed and in good spirits and a fine day. It is to be an animated scene here. Now Co[mpany] and Battalion and Brigade drills every week and almost every day in the week. The 2d Brigade is now on drill closely with a full band, and I can hear the officers giving orders as I sit here. But I must send you something. I did expect to write from Suffolk. It was thought there was fighting on the Blackwater [River] Tues(day) eve. Could hear firing but have not ascertained yet any particulars. I received yours of the 19th (15th letter), also one written the 15th and numbered which I believe I have answered. Have had a severe storm here last Sunday, snow and ending in rain and Tues. noon our tent blew over with a good many others. I was sitting eating bread and applesauce (we have dried apple regularly) and the sight was comical in the extreme for many were doing as many different things. Corpl. S[awin] was writing and his whole affair, portfolio paper, half written letters were scattered for quarter of a mile, and much stationery spoiled. I didn’t dare attempt writing that day. Read all day, papers, Shakespeare, Testament, Adam’s letters, etc. etc. and thought very much of my dear ones at home! Have strolled about considerable on the beach. Have some curious specimens I wish I could send home. Ben E. is quite an enthusiast in collecting sea mosses. I send you one piece or two you may take your choice and send one to Abbie at his request with his regards. They are gathered by dipping the paper into the water, sliding under the moss and gathering up slowly, keeping the form of the specimen, and then pressing them in an old book. They will adhere to the writing paper and appear as you see like a nice painting. Don’t attempt to pull them off of the paper, trim it, the paper, if you wish and keep them in a book. I shall gather some more with him sometime if we can find time. It storms here more or less here every few days or hours and we can’t be absent from camp but a short time. I fear there is little hope for Alonzo R. [Ranlett] Expect to hear today or evening from you and I trust [from] him also. It will be a blow to many and I feel that I cannot say anything but only wish they may bear up under it all. Surely we’re all born but not buried and know not our share of sorrow and trouble. There is much that I cannot write, as I think A’s [Alonzo’s] sickness which makes it sad to think of. A strange fatality seems to linger about Co. B for the Lieut. Col. (Capt. Norton that was of [Company] B) is at home very sick and there seems a prospect of quite a change of officers in the 36th. Had a religious meeting in our street last eve., speaking, singing and prayer. Just as I got here it was “fall in for mail call!” How I jumped out of our tent! And how delighted I was to get a dear good letter from your precious self, Ed Peirce with “Lady of the Lake,” from E.P. several stamps, and a paper from friend Murray. I must close for I feel I must answer briefly E.’s letter for we have to mail all letters by 5 P.M. and subject to so many interruptions. I have to work fast and I often regret that I am compelled to send such unfinished letters, but be assured they are fondly read and re-read and after a while I hope I expressed something that may cheer and comfort you, but at least tells that I love you all deeply as ever and my best moments and feeling are yours. Will refer more to your last [letter] in my next. Thanks and love to Mary. Am very sorry I could not go to Suffolk but such are the regulations of the Army. Ed writes that Alonzo is a little better, but fears he may be into consumption. Thanks for your stamps, am well supplied now. Edwd. P has been very attentive to me of late. Will send his letter next time, if not this. Must go to headquarters and tell them the news. Kiss for my Lulu. Would I could see her! If she is only a good girl, and loves and minds her mother ‘twill make Papie very happy. Health excellent good and ever your loving husband Jerome Excuse the looks of this paper. An accident of the Camp Newport News sand. Will tell you when I send the box. Be patient and you will hear from the Capt. He is very kind to me. No. 4 N.P. My regards to Mr. Galloway. TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES NOTE 1: Corporal Farwell Sawin was 31 years old when he enlisted as a Corporal from Westminster, Massachusetts, on August 11, 1862, i.e., seven days after Jerome enlisted. On August 9, 1863, he died of disease at Vicksburg, Mississippi. NOTE 2: The Regimental History indicates that General Dix, the commander of Fortress Monroe, reviewed the 9th Corps on February 25, 1863. During the six weeks at Newport News, the History states: “much attention was given to regimental, brigade and division drills. About five hours each day were devoted to these exercises, and they were of great value in perfecting the discipline and adding to the efficiency of the regiment.” (p. 34) NOTE 3: The Adams letters may refer to the correspondence of John and Abigail Adams, one of the Founding Fathers and second President and his wife. Over 1100 letters from their courtship through his political career were saved and published. The Adams lived in Quincy, Massachusetts, 10 miles south of Boston, while the Peirces lived in Billerica, about the same distance from Boston but northwest of Boston. NOTE 4: The reference to “Lady of the Lake” could refer to several written materials. Ben Jonson, an English playwright in the 17th century wrote a play by that time. Sir Walter Scott published a narrative poem by that name in 1810. “Lady of the Lake” was an enchantress in the legends of King Arthur. NOTE 5: A provost marshal is the head of the military police in a camp NOTE 6: Consumption, now known as tuberculosis, is a disease cause by bacteria that usually attacks the lungs. At the turn of the 20th century it was the leading cause of death in the U.S. It was known as the “Great White Plague” due to the extreme paleness of those affected. NOTE 7: The Blackwater River flows from Petersburg Virginia into Albemarle Bay. For a time during the Civil War, it was the dividing line between Union-occupied territory and Confederate Virginia. NOTE 8: Sea moss, often referred to as Irish Moss, is a species of red algae, varying in color from light and dark green, to red, purple and white. It is a type of seaweed, ranging up to eight inches in length. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Letter/Paper Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, February 26, 1863 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Newport News, VA. Description An account of the resource From Jerome to Allie Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jerome Peirce Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Jerome Peirce Collection, National Park Service Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available HIST 428 (Spring 2020), University of Mary Washington Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1863-02-26 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Tom Neubig (Transcriber) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource For educational purposes with no commercial use. Courtesy of National Park Service, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP, FRSP 16095-16102 (FRSP-00904). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 6 X 4 6 X 8.75 11 X 8.75 6 X 8.75 6 X 8.75 jpg Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Letter #77 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Newport News, VA. Allie Jerome Peirce Newport News VA.