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Title A name given to the resource 1864 Letter Collection 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 Transcriber’s Note: See the below Transcriber’s Note 1 regarding a possible missing page of this letter, the probable location where it was written, and the missing salutation. Jan 17, 1864 …text was “In my Father’s House are many mansions.” J [Probably refers to John, the Apostle] The value of the human soul, of Heaven, hard to keep the former pure and win the latter. After the sermon he had a familiar “talk” with the men and it would do you good to see the men and officers draw near to him and listen. He spoke [of] trying to explain and reconcile these to the short fame and the general hardships of war. I cannot do justice to it. Spoke of the lovely country, that it was our mission to preserve from the pest of slavery to a higher order of civilization and gave all honor, as did Genl. Burnside the other day, to the “rank and file”, the common soldiers, the “ranks” for they are the heroes of the times, and I am more proud than ever to be [one] of them! And the country can never repay them. Now, Allie, for the first time since I have been out today I could see no mortal means to a dinner. Was speaking of it and one [of the men of] Co. B offered to give me some “sick wheat” as we call it, for it makes most all the men sick who eat it but does not affect me much and so I had four little flitters and a small stup of tough meat and a little coffee and so again I was “all right”. Was on duty this forenoon with a squad of men policing headquarters and with the little I had to do for myself got terribly hungry. But we hope soon to improve as good fare is promised. Reah[???] Fox, a messenger from Gov. Andrew, gave us a good word the other day. So we gave the Gov. three good cheers. Clothing has come and the boys are supplied partly and things look a little better. Weather is lovely and we are in a fine district of country, camped on high land with the beautiful plain between us and the Holstone River, about 13 miles from Knoxville. There is a blue outline of mountains far away and in the summer it must be one of the loveliest spots in all the land. As usual, axes are going and quarters [are] in progress. Don’t know as we should be here long, perhaps not a week. Had two kind letters from Orange same date as yours with four stamps. Do you receive the one with the money, $1.00, for some? Letter from Will spoke of going to B [Billerica?] soon and should see you, as you speak that he has, and took Lulu home etc. Am glad to know that some are coming up to the work. My particular respects to Ed Brown, and I wish him all success! We hear of some who have enlisted and it puts new life into the boys to know it. Let them come on and soon this cruel war will indeed be ended. Everything looks cheering now. The enemy are known to be well nigh used up in this Dept. and the boys are hoping and bearing everything patiently. Have looked once again [at] yours [your letter] of the 27th. What a happy scene with the little ones! I am sure little Lulu is not forgotten or considered all unworthy. Can you expect her to be without faults? Do not worry about her but feel that our best efforts will not go unpaid sometime. A short time more and we can hope to be again at home. Time flies rapidly and surely we can wait and hope on for awhile longer and I shall feel that my whole duty is done and you will be better satisfied with me and yourself for it. So don’t repine, for I am well and cheerful, notwithstanding all the little deprivations of the present. Am very glad you went to Finny’s. I think very much of them indeed and should have been glad to meet his brother again for I like him much. Glad my letter was read and shall be glad of the answer. Will answer Charles S’s soon. Tell them I am so fixed that I have constant interruptions or I could be more prompt in reply for their letters are fully appreciated. Paper and ink are almost impossible now and at a high price. Envelopes I need or shall soon very much. You speak of deaths. Mr. Whitford, E. Walker’s child and Mr. Draper of C [Charlestown?], Edwd. D, the brother of the Dr.’s girls? A great loss to them each and all. Mr. W must have been a great sufferer. My regards to Mary. Our friend Ben E is the same as ever, good and well. Saw him today. Of the others, remember me always joyful times in view may they be more in realization. Alonzo at home as I expected. My regards to him. Will write as soon as possible. Hodgkins is to be the Adjt [Adjutant] I believe. He’s acting at least already. Col. [Colonel] B has gone on to Genl. Foster’s staff “as they say” and rumor has it that Genl. Burnside’s coming back soon, etc., etc. Well, Dear Allie, I must close as the mail goes soon. I have tried to write something, but could you see how I am surrounded, noise, cooking, talking all around, you would forgive much. Have got to go clear to the river half a mile to get supper water. The Orange boys are well. Did you ever get a letter with some green leaves in it from “Cumberland Ford”? And have you got the glove band for Lulu? You did not tell me whether “Outward Bound” was pretty. You see, I catch you once in a while. My love to the friends one and all. I want to have the girls write occasionally. I miss Abbie’s letters much. As ever your Loving husband Jerome Love to Lucy. Will write her soon. TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES NOTE 1: This letter apparently has one page, or possibly more pages, missing. The first page shows the notation “Jan. 17, 1864” written sideways on the margin on the top right section of the page. It is not clear whether or not Jerome wrote that date. The envelope includes the notation “Jan. 17, etc. 1864”. The postmark reads “KNOXVILLE TEN Jan 22 ‘64”. Based on the postmark and his locations for the letters written just before and just after this letter, he was in the Knoxville, Tennessee, area when this letter was written. Further information as to his exact location is obtained from the following excerpt of the Unit History (p. 125). It also mentions that the men had received new clothing and that they were building “houses.” “January 15th [1864] clothing arrived and was issued. Though the quantity was small, there was enough to be of much benefit to our shivering men. On the following day [January 16, 1864] the 45th Pennsylvania started home, its terms of service also having nearly expired. At ten o’clock we broke camp and marched to Strawberry Plains, about 16 miles north of Knoxville. It is at this place that the railroad crosses the Holston River. We went into camp and on the following day and built houses. But on the 17th there were rumors of an approach of the enemy, and we had orders to march the next morning at seven. When the morning came, these orders were countermanded, and we were then ordered to hold ourselves in readiness to march at a moment’s notice. That night two or three inches of snow fell.” NOTE 2: The quotation in the first line of the letter is from John 14:2 of the Bible. NOTE 3: “Flitters” is probably a word used at the time to describe what are now called “fritters.” A fritter is a fried food, usually consisting of a portion of batter or breading, which has been filled with bits of meat, seafood, fruit, vegetables or other ingredients. NOTE 4: The Holston River is a 136-mile river that flows from Kingsport, Tennessee, to Knoxville, Tennessee. Along with its three branches, it comprises a major river system that drains much of northeastern Tennessee, southwestern Virginia, and northwestern North Carolina. The Holston's confluence with the French Broad River at Knoxville marks the beginning of the Tennessee River. NOTE 5: During the Civil War, a department was a geographical command within the Union's military organization, usually reporting directly to the War Department. Some of the Union's departments were named after rivers, such as the Department of the Potomac, Department of the Ohio, Department of the Susquehanna, and the Department of the Missouri. In this letter, he is most likely referring to the Department of the Tennessee. The geographical boundaries of such departments changed frequently, as did their names. As the armies became larger, Departments began to be subordinated to Military Divisions, and the Departments were often sub-divided into Districts. NOTE 6: In his advice to Allie “So don’t repine…” the word “repine” means “to be discontented or low in spirits” or “to complain or fret.” NOTE 7: William H. Hodgkins, from Charlestown, Massachusetts, enlisted as a Private on July 23, 1862, at age 22. He was promoted to Second Lieutenant on October 17, 1862, to First Lieutenant on October 17, 1863, and to Captain on May 6, 1864. He was mustered out with the regiment on June 8, 1865. He was subsequently promoted to Brevet Major for “valuable and distinguished services at Fort Stedman, Virginia, on March 25, 1865.” NOTE 8: A military adjutant is an officer who assists the commanding officer with the unit’s administration. NOTE 9: The “Col. [Colonel] B” he refers to was Henry Bowman, from Clinton, Massachusetts, who enlisted as a captain in the 15th Massachusetts Volunteers on August 1, 1861. He was captured at Ball’s Bluff, Loudon County, Virginia, on October 21, 1861. He was a prisoner of war at Richmond and was a hostage for Confederates held in New York for trial as pirates. Bowman was exchanged in August 1862. On August 22, 1862, he was promoted to colonel, commanding the 36th Massachusetts. He resigned on July 27, 1863, but was recommissioned in October of 1863. He subsequently served in different units and served at Baltimore and Philadelphia until the close of the war. NOTE 10: John Watson Foster (1836 – 1917) was an American diplomat and military officer, as well as a lawyer and journalist. His highest public office was U.S. Secretary of State under President Benjamin Harrison. In 1861, Foster was commissioned as a major in the Union Army, and he rose to the rank of colonel, serving with several units. Foster's troops became the first to enter Knoxville, Tennessee, after the successful campaign there by General Ambrose Burnside. NOTE 11: Jerome sent flowers or leaves to Lulu on at least seven occasions, as evidenced by the dried remains of this foliage that were found in seven envelopes when they were received by the National Park Service. In this letter, he asks Allie about the leaves he sent while he was at Cumberland Ford in Kentucky. His letter Number 176 was written from Cumberland Gap, Kentucky, on November 15, 1863, and the envelope for that letter includes a notation that reads “Leaves from Cumberland Ford”. The dried leaves that were found with this letter are shown below, and they are obviously the ones he referred to in the letter transcribed above. The November 15, 1863, letter has stains that match exactly the leaves shown below. 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, January 17, 1864 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Knoxville, TN 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 1864-01-17 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Josef Rokus (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 1864 Letter Collection 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 “Erins Station” near Knoxville Tennessee January 30th, 1864 My ever dear wife, Your letter of Jan. 10th came last eve and altho of late I write Tuesdays and only once a week for the reason that stationary is so costly and there is little variation of late in our life. But the time seems favorable this morning and I feel so thankful for your preservation in the late accident and you confiding feelings in the Great Hand in the hollow of which we all rest. How much indeed, do we owe to this each day of our lives and who more than we soldiers? You spoke of thinking of so much in a moment, you can know something how I have felt more than once since I have been in the army. I can never tell you how much it is [“is” should probably be deleted] has strengthened my faith and hope that our lives here are no chance or accident but have a meaning and end which if we do our part will issue well whatever betide. It is a little singular in regard to your late escape that I had a presentiment a few days ago that you had passed that same peril. It came first in the night while in a half wakeful state and impressed me so that I thought much about it for sometime. Was it not strange? It seemed so pleasant that you were all once more at home! How gladly would I too join you! But as that cannot be I can only send these poor epithets to assure you of my constant remembrance. Your letter was very pleasant, as you seemed I thought more cheerful. I have seen a notice of the book you spoke of. Am glad you read it and could tell me something about it and I trust it served to fill your mind profitably for awhile. I know how much you think of me, but I love to know that you can turn for a little while and divert your thoughts and share them at least with anything that will keep away sadness. I must give you an idea of how we are situated. In health I never was better, but we are short of food and were it not for a few cents, I should go really hungry. Little biscuit, such as we could eat half a dozen at home, with the other fixings, we have to pay 50 cents per doz. For corn “Dodgers,” is corn and water baked, cost 20 cents and more apiece. Flour and meal are in proportion. The country is almost cleared of everything and many of the people are emigrating to the west, Ohio and thereabouts. The Government does all they can to feed and clothe us, and there is much improvement, but still we don’t have enough to keep from being faint only by private expense. I mention this not to complain but to explain. I made out to raise a little extra from sale of my sack and old blouse as my dress coat came while I was gone, so I keep along so far. My trip home caused me to miss two paydays so I have not of course been able to send you money as I wished to, but I hope you won’t allow yourself to suffer. You mentioned the need of flannels, etc. We hope soon to go North and probably we shall not be paid off till we get there and then six months pay will be due me, and I hope to send you the entire or nearly the whole amount. Two months or perhaps more will be sergeant’s pay 17 dollars instead of 13. Was surprised that you had not heard from me later than the 13th Dec. [letter] but by this time you have and you will find many things mentioned and explained. I speak of all this because I thought you did not make allowance in some things for the “chances of war”, such as missing pay days, etc. I certainly have tried to do the best I could for you, and we must be patient and have faith in the future a little even while the present seems dark and stranger. Am glad people are feeling encouraged about the war, and Fosters sentiments give me much encouragement. Mr. Lincoln, like Gov. Andrew, took the war in the beginning and I hope he will be allowed to finish it. I saw a short sketch in the paper of a speech by Mr. Arnold of Ills. [Illinois] in which he made a fine point in regard to Mr. L [Lincoln], and the whole subject. Many of the old regts [regiments] are reinlisting which will have a good effect, particularly in discouraging the rebs. A hundred prisoners came into K[noxville] yesterday from General Anderson’s force taken at a fight of two days near here, a part of Longstreet’s. Some secesh families too were to be sent to the Rebel lines today which made “weeping and wailing”. Ben E. was in town and informed me of the above. The work of preparing us for moving is going on. Today we expected an inspection of knapsacks, haversacks, canteens etc. to be replaced by new ones etc. You would have been amused to see me for the last few days. Have been busy sewing till my thread is gone. Mended haversack, knap’k [knapsack], and yesterday covered my canteen with blue pant cloth and succeeded finally and this morning boiled out my hack bag and darned socks so I’m ready for a start. It rains now for the first time for sometime and most of us are in the tents writing etc. Weather since we left Strawberry Plains has been delightful and we could sit round with our coats off. Cooking takes up a good deal of time even with short rations from the fact that we “extend” everything by boiling, frying, etc. I wrote a letter to you in ones to Ellen while you was there which she will send you I presume. The rest I have sent to B. Wrote the family on Thursday, also Sister Lucy. Sent you a “Knoxville Whig and Rebel Ventilator”, Brownlow’s paper. You must share it with everybody. Cost 15 cents apiece. [???] letters [???] all up now [Part of letter missing] [???] well already which [???] us [???] [???] deal and by and by I expect we shall appear up North, quite transformed from the war-worn looking men we were of late. We’re to have “East Tennessee” inscribed on the flag, and it will have a meaning to us at least! Saw Ben E last eve. Had a letter from Mrs. Finney spoke of your call there and of reading a letter from me written at Tazewell. I wish you would always mention the first thing, what letters you receive from me. You may think you do but I can’t tell from what you say what ones you get. Till now, the 13 Dec. I wrote, the 27 Dec., the morning after I reached the regt., and regularly once a week since and a little oftener. The 27 Dec. letter was written in a great hurry and perpendicular instead of cross ways. I thought you would smile when you got it. I have inquired several times about a letter from Tazewell with a little picture of a deer for Lulu. I want her to receive all the little things of the kind, for such things impress her little mind and she will feel I do not forget her. Shall be glad when she can realize that I did not go from home because I did not love you and her, but for a great good cause which will affect many like her in the future, more than we can calculate now. I manage so that a day seldom passes but I read even a little in my Bible. Did you ever realize what a beautiful book Isaiah is? The 26th and 36th, 41st and 42nd, 53rd and 55th chapters and many others! Ben and I often get to reading and talking over it. His wife is still in Wheeling, Va. learning music, etc. quite brave and happy. [Part of letter missing] Remember [“me” should probably be inserted] particularly to Father and Mother. I do not forget them in the advancing years, and I trust time will only lend health and cheerfulness to them, and that the “family” will yet all gather about them and increase, not diminish, their happiness. Give [???] sons and brothers love to each and all and still believe me ever your loving husband Jerome Kiss for Lulu. Shall need some envelopes soon. TRANSCRIBER’S NOTES NOTE 1: Parts of 3rd and 4th pages are missing and appear to be cut out. NOTE 2: The regiment went into camp at Erin’s Station, about five miles from Knoxville, on January 26th, 1864. It was there until Feb. 15, 1864. NOTE 3: On January 16th, the regiment made camp at Strawberry Plains, 16 miles north of Knoxville, where the railroad crosses the Holston River. The Regimental History indicates that they built houses there. (Regimental History, p. 125) NOTE 4: Tazewell is a town in East Tennessee near the Clinch River. The Regiment History states: ”December 11th, while we were still near Rutledge, Lieutenant Hodgkins, who had been home on leave of absence and detached service at Cumberland Gap, rejoined the regiment and brought not a little cheer to all hearts by the announcement that a large mail and supplies were at Tazewell. The supply-train arrived on the 13th and once again we had a taste of bread, coffee and sugar. That reached us on the following day.” (Unit History, p. 123) NOTE 5: Brownlow’s Knoxville Whig and Rebel Ventilator was a pro-union newspaper, which was reestablished between November 11, 1863, and February 21, 1866, after General Burnside’s army returned to East Tennessee in September 1863. Brownlow became governor of Tennessee in 1865. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brownlow%27s_Whig NOTE 6: John Albion Andrew was a U.S. antislavery leader who, as governor of Massachusetts during the Civil War, was one of the most energetic of the Northern “war governors.” https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-Albion-Andrew NOTE 7: The reference to Mr. Arnold of Illinois likely refers to Congressman Isaac Arnold. http://www.mrlincolnandfriends.org/members-of-congress/isaac-arnold/ In a speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in March 1964, he said “Let Abraham Lincoln finish the great work he has begun. He has borne censure and denunciation for acts for which others were responsible, with a generosity which has extorted from his rivals the declaration, ‘Of all men, Mr. Lincoln is the most unselfish.’ I ask the ardent and impatient friends of freedom to put implicit faith in Abraham Lincoln. If you deem him slow, or if you think he has made mistakes, remember how often time has vindicated his wisdom.” It is possible that he made similar points in a speech prior to March 1964 and prior to Peirce’s letter. NOTE 8: Richard Anderson was a Confederate General who took over command of the First Corps when General Longstreet was wounded by friendly fire during the Wilderness Battle. Anderson and his Corps did an all-night march from the Wilderness to Spotsylvania Courthouse to prevent the Union troops from occupying a key crossroads. He led the First Corps in heavy fighting between March 8-12, 1864, at Spotsylvania Courthouse, where Sergeant Peirce was killed. NOTE 9: Reference to Foster’s sentiments about the war reference to Major-General John G. Foster who relieved General Burnside of command of the Army of the Ohio on Dec. 11th, 1863. Around January 31st, 1864, Foster asked to be relieved due to a reopening of old wound, and was relieved on Feb. 9th, 1864 by General J.M. 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Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, January 30, 1864 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Erins Station, TN 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 1864-01-30 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). 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1864 Letter Collection 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 Erins Station, E. Tenn. Sunday P.M. 7th Feb 1864 Sabbath once more and what can I say to you, my dear wife? How much my thoughts are with you and our dear little Lulu! And what should I do in this distant region, write seldom a letter and short of food were it not for the dear affections which defy all mere outward and bodily complaints? Mail of late uncertain, tantalizing, but one little token came yesterday and I wondered why letters did not accompany it. Surely not because friends have not written, for I know they have. So I must still wait. The ‘Ploughman’ of 23rd Jan. arrived with its contents of good reading and what was very timely and acceptable, the thread, for I was entirely out. Well, you see we are still quietly in camp at the same camp of my last [letter] of last Sabbath and I have little that is new to relate, altho’ we had a little “scare” and a march of some ten or twelve miles. Monday eve. as we were all brushed up for Dress Parade, the order came, “Fall in, in light marching order!” And after receiving a pound of corn meal to a man, we were off for Knoxville and crossed the river on a pontoon bridge at K. [Knoxville], it then being quite dark and mud-muddy-muddiest! in the neighborhood of the river, up a steep rocky road, I tumbling and rolling along in the dark for a half mile when we came to a halt and made ourselves comfortable for the night. Cold and wet, or damp, for it didn’t rain. We got a fire and a supper after a while. It proved a “failure,” the trouble originating by some blunder which waked up the rebs and looked like a move on their part, and so of course the 9th A.C. [Army Corps] or the fragment of it must tramp again to aid the 23rd [Army Corps]. What will they do if we ever leave here? But early Tues. morn ordered back to camp where we’ve remained since with our com[pan]y drills, inspections, and lately dress parades, and short rations in spite of all our hopes and promises of better fare and a move North soon. It will come by and by and so we live on and make the best of it. I must confess my spirits have been somewhat tired of late. I long for a different state of things and find myself checking my temper quite often and I remember home and rush to some reading matter if it can be found. The last few days have been cold, cloudy with some rain, but on the whole ‘tis a fine climate. The woods are much cut away from front of the camp and the rolling land with woods with the mixture of pine seems like old N.E. [New England]. Upon a hill some more than a mile away stands a brick mansion painted drab, surrounded by tall oaks, in which Gen’l. Longstreet held his headquarters, and in the valley between is the railroad and the cars come and go several times a day, we are reminded of civilization. As I write, the 79th Reg’t. N.Y. Vols., at our right, are having inspection, the usual Sunday one with knapsacks, etc. and the old piper has just closed. ‘Tis a Scotch Reg’t. and they have a bagpipe which you know sounds like a cat and our boys always set up a shout when he plays. I don’t appreciate it, I must say, but they keep up this national feature and also have the drum and fife, which is now beating off. But you care little for this and I gladly turn from this camp picture to you at home. At church today I suppose and Communion Day! Need I repeat how much I wish I was with you? Sat over my fire this morning and read a few chapters in the Testament and felt that our hearts met somewhere in the space between us and was comforted! When shall we really meet? But this month and that soon brings my time half out, but today it looks a long ways to the end and I am glad I seldom feel it so, but everything conspires to “longings” today and so I am sober. Are you well? I am glad you have got some of my later letters as I conclude you have by the Serg’t. etc. and I hope too, to hear from you by letter quite soon. Did not attend service today for my thoughts were strongly elsewhere. Health is good as ever and I have my daily chats with Ben who always desires to be remembered. What of Will and Hattie? Suppose Alonzo and Ellen are ‘one’ and perhaps you’ve seen them since. Have felt so little like writing of late that I have only thought of them as by others. A good “bunch of letters” will help me, one of these days. Jos. H. is well. See him most every day. And how is Lulu? I ought to write her a letter. Tell her there is a sweet little bird [that] sings here every day and I wonder if she hears any? Or do the snow birds hop along on the snow and say anything to her? Are the rest well? Love to each and all and with hope of hearing soon, believe me, ever your own, Jerome Have lost my ink again, so excuse pencil. What of Mrs. Preston? I read the different articles in the “Ploughman” with interest. A good paper. Send it when you can. Story was good. 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 7, 1864 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Erins Station, TN 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 1864-02-07 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource NPS, Civil War Study Group, Jack Phend (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 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 N. Orange 5th June 1862 Dear ones all, The last few days, has seemed very busy ones to us, and I fear we have neglected you somewhat but we had such a welcome reminder that we must answer it immediately. Allie has been teasing in a half joking way for some kind of a present for her birth day, and you must know how glad we were to receive the pictures—excellent onces too—and shall think very much indeed of them, and many thanks for them, it won’t seem quite so far away, will it?-- Wish we could write Something new and interesting but it is the same old tale—busy as can be. Business is good and have all we can do. Have one man and nephew Augustus Houghton to work the latter[?] boards with us. a fine young man. Am expecting Bro Foster and Nellie P. perhaps this week. Was quite busy for the last week or two, for the S. School Concert, Came off last Sunday P.M. 5 Oclk. A pleasant affair, and one or two Spoke a kind word and seem to appreciate it all. Have had a pretty fence built arou[n]d the house, and mosquito nets fixed for the windows, and this P.M. after tea, moved the stone out in the shed so we are most ready to see people. Will you Come? Am going to have a nice meal or two of trout tomorrow—wouldn’t you like to see them? Had a letter from Abbie and Will. Hope the later will do well at his Collecting, and He must bear with becoming &c &c &c ------ Allie has a long story I suppose so I must quit Can’t think just what to say to Mary & He. but give them my particular, brotherly regards, and as my mustache is off, Something more if agreeable. To the boys, “Glory Hallelujah” for we’ve just got the news of Beauregard’s, scattering[?] rabble, and the brave Bay State boys all the time. As ever Jerome [Postscript written in a different hand] I cannot retire without thanking you for the nice present you have sent us. we think them very natural. little[?] Lu knew them so I think they must be good. she has held them[,] kiss[ed] them, and said from drandmader [baby talk for “grandmother] poor drandpapa, and wanted to carry them to bed with her. she talks all the time and improves very much. leaves to go to school. I am glad you made som many purchases at L. wish I could have gone with you. I have made J[er]ome five if pints[?], and am going to make him some black ones. Jerome gave me a portemantu [sic] and Mrs G a fine cushion, so I think I was well surplied [sic] I shall look quite nice when I get my rooms[?] set to rite. My rooms[?] will be so much ceuler [cooler?]. it is late and must close I have been over to J-- this afternoon. Mrs. Ballou was there and Mary and self saved[?] for her. her health is very poor. am going to make a sasle[?] for her. have cut two dresses for Mrs G-. put a fruff[?] in Lanny Martin’s dress, pleated[?] some skirts &c, &c. [Marginal notes on Page 1] I have thown the pictures to Mary and Mrs Moore, Mrs. G and they all think them Good. Love to all my friends, tell Hertz[?] to write often. Your Affectionate daughter, A. J. P. 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 "Dear ones all", June 5, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome "Dear ones all" N. 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Text Any textual data included in the document “Camp Wool” Worcester Aug 13/62 My dearest Allie—and Lulu, You can imagine me seated outside a tent in the shade with a valise in lap, Jno Miller laying down beside me, Mr Stevens writing beyond him in the next tent, a party singing “Going Home,” a party beyond Stevens playing Cards--but all considered not a bad picture of Camp Life. 1/2 past one P.M. Dinner of fresh meat, bread cheese &c Reached here between 3 & 4 P.M. after dinner went immediately to quarters and were “mustered in.” All have stand in a line. Show your hands and teeth then follows the Oath—quite solemn, right hand erect &c Slept in the hall with Jno Miller laying one blankets, one on the floor, and one over us with my valise for a pillow. The Charlestown boys right on the other side of the hall, but did not see Alonzo R till today, and but for a moment Shall see him again Am feeling pretty well, a little sign of camp life tho’ Shall drill an hour, from 2 till 3 P.M. and then “down town” for a little while. Mr Ward will draw a Note of the Town, “on demand[?] of $100.00, and give the same to you, with a small amount for rations. Recd two letters since here—from Smith (C. F.) and Murray, all my friends are unbounded in praise of my zeal &c. Of course I can tell you but little that will be new, as I have been Confined since yesterday. The drills a[re] from 6 to 7, 10 to 11 A.M. 2 to 3, & 6 to 7 P.M. The prospect is we shall go into the 36th Reg. as the 25th is to muster at Pittsfield, and have a Capt coming today, Capt B being full, altho’ he does not quite give us up[.] Smith is here—also Baker[.] How do you all do. Little Lou[?] kiss her many times for me. We are all well, and merry, and when “fairly settled all right”. Remember us to all friends, of whom we think much. News today about more drafts &c I have seen no paper. Write soon and direct to “Orange Quota.” “Camp Wool” – Hope you are well and making he best of things as I knew you are. As ever your own Jerome Come when you can and go direct to [?] St. leave the cars at Lincoln Square. And tis but a little ways. You will arrive just at drill hour and can’t promise to meet you but you can find me by calling for Capt Barkers Co. 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 and Lulu, August 13, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie and Lulu Worcester, MA. 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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 #4 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Worcester, MA. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1862-07-13 Allie and Lulu Camp Wool Jerome Peirce MA. Worcester https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/af02d1218ec56ed1b7ef43b4e83ee923.jpg 7f03d1dee8093b8c268fb2eef0343f68 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/7f3bc4b20bf72c33eacaa95736ea3a8c.jpg d48691a2f06b9c9aad999aee0966276a 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 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 Wool” Aug 15, 1862 My Dearest Wife My letters must be short if not sweet, as we are in all the stir of Camp Life, but still moving a little. Yesterday, we made out to get ordered into a Company, which we have every reason to think will be a “crack” Company, all sturdy fellows from Orange, Gardner, Westminster, and Northfield[.] Cap[t] Sawyer is the one to take command. The Co is full, and the Regiment will be very soon. There is nothing particularly new since my last, only the hosts are pouring in. The 34th will be likely to leave today, and we are to have their tents, so we shall be “at home.” Have had Edwd. Peirce for a visitor, who has been here in W. with his mother. Called on her at Hobb’s day before yesterday, and the H’s will also be very happy to see Ms Jerome P when she comes here, but you will go to Walker’s as I before mentioned. We are now in Company and shall have regular drills, so I can’t say but a word, at a time. we are all crowded in one tent (the Capts). Foster will be here I expect every day. Eddy Haynes is appointed Quartermaster Sergeant in the Regular Army, so he says. Now to finish, tell them the “boys” are in excellent spirits, and working in to Camp life finely, and are longing to be in Regimental order. Must close, as we are in a jam. So remember me to all. Write often. Direct to Camp Woll [sic: Wool], Capt Sawyer’s Co. As ever Yours Always Jerome P Tell the folks at B. to write and not wait for me, when we are in our own Mess and T[h]en I can be more constant. 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Text Any textual data included in the document “Camp Wool” Sunday 17 Aug 1862 My very dear ones at home Henry M[?], Harrison G[,] Nelson Smith, and self are seated in a shady place against a barn, all writing home. It is a lovely day, and I have been wondering what my dear ones are doing at home. Wish we could look in upon you but that is impossible, so for a few lines. Received yours, also the one with the flannels for which all thanks. Foster Jos, Kate Ellen & Henry Peirce all here yesterday. F. and J. left for Boston P.M. with Kate. Ellen is still in town, so you see as have had some reminders of home. I can’t tell you much that will interest you. We are now in tents and have on overcoats so expect soon to be on guard duty. 20. in each tent. ours takes all the No. O. boys. As our company is not fully organized, we have not been very systematic but this week will bring us “into line”. Camp life is quite pleasant. The Gardner delegation contain some “queer” fellows, in short a whole band of the Etheopian Singers”, which affords much amusement evenings. The order—is—5 A.M. Roll Call, till 6 to do chores washing, cleaning premises &c. From 6 to 1/4 past 7. Drill, again at 10. till 11, same from 2 to 3. and 6 to 7. P.M. There are some other duties between so that the time will be occupied “some” Today have been writing, reading and “calling[.]” Passed a few moment[s] in Ranlett’s quarters. have become quite intimate with the Charlestown boys. The Camp is very quiet—few visitors. many gone out to church, J. H. among the rest. We have to wear our overcoats outside, on such an occasion. The 34 Reg left on the Fri P M and made a fine appearance. The 36th, to which we are attached will be a splendid one. Composed as it is of the finest material, from Northf[i]eld, Orange[,] Westminster, & Gardner. Capt Sawyer of Templeton, (formerly Capt Buffum’s Orderly Sergeant) a gentleman, every inch, and the Company will be “A No 1”. We occupy a street, leading directly to a little Elm Tree, and nearly in the middle of the Row. Have been in “tip top” condition, but had a little “turn” this morning, but am feeling much better, partly owing to the sun and cloth Cap. Joseph will be able to give you some idea of our life here. Foster was very Cordial, and says, “If you want anything send for it.” Shall write to him, direct occasionally. We have more or less Singing, and today bibles are plenty and indeed it seems like a good cause. And no, how do you all do? With Mary I suppose and I trust well and happy. You are never out of mind and hope to see you soon, and darling Lulu! Kiss her many times for Papa. I hope the present trial will not be without some good to her. Shall you bring her here? I wish you would but do what is best. I am Saving my furloughs ‘till you come. Recd. a bag from Martha needle books, yarn, and Lint, &c. and everybody are full of good “works and deeds.” Have written to the Haynes and Billerica today this being the third letter. So will close, my head being tired somewhat. Keep cheerful, and think of me as in a good cause, determined to do my best, and let me hear often. Love to all inquiring friends. The boys are all in good health and spirits As ever Yours entirely, Jerome P. 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 (My very dear ones at home), August 17, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie (My very dear ones at home) Worcester, MA. 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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 Thursday 4 Sept. At Sea. On board Steamer “Merrimac” My dearest Allie, For a few moments I will try and say a word to you. Am sitting on the quarter deck with Alonzo R. We have had most lovely weather, a calm sea, and but for the crowd should enjoy much. about 2300 on board. two regiments Was sick but very little yesterday A.M. and have been well since. Left Boston at 5 A.M. Wedns. passed “Gay Head” at 9 P.M. Are now running down the Coast of Delaware. Expect to reach Old Point Comfort Va. tomorrow morning. It is almost noon, have been on guard duty this morning, and have access to the Quarter deck, where the Phalanx boys are amusing the officers with singing, Speeches &c. Lieut Brigham is now reading part of a speech delivered in Congress sometime since, while the decks are filled with soldiers. I need not say how much I have thought of you since I left and wish I could give you an idea of the scene on the way before we left Boston. Saw Foster[,] Haynes & Marsh and many of the Charlestown friends[.] we were nine hours in our knapsack[s] before we got on board, Tues night, but I have born[e] it well, and am feeling very well, and it is the most glorious sight, where “sky and water meet,” no land in sight. Will note down items as they occur, but it will be but a disjointed affair[.] we are so crowded. The pictures I sent you you can get copied. It was so dark that the “Saloon” man at Camp Wool made sad work. He would have copied them, but there was no time. The boys are all well, and there has been scarcely anything to disturb the pleasure of the voyage. Fri morn, 9 Oclk. Off the Coast of Virginia. Fine weather still, and no accident. Hope to be on shore tomorrow Guard duty closed this morn. at 5 A.M. All went smoothly. Pleasant chat with a Sergeant of the Maine Reg. [20th Maine Infantry] A fine set of men—over two thousand crowded together and amid all sorts of inconveniences not a word of ill humor. Retired to the main deck, impossible to write owing to crowd on upper deck. Weather growing very warm, clothes a burden, but nights beautiful. Slept two last nights on upper deck, very comfortable, bright morn. There is something dreamy and grand in the ocean in a calm, and with more room would be delightful exceedingly. But how do all the dear ones at home? What a contrast to our homes and this scene! But such is our lot. God grant us the fortitude to endure to the end. Surely the Soldier must “learn to labour and to wait.” Here are six around me writing, two reading their Testaments. By the way, made bold to speak with Mr Caufield, the chaplain of our Reg. yesterday. A very pleasant man, but grave and quiet. has evidently made a great change in his situation. Among the more noted men aboard is Col [Adelbert] Ames of the Maine Reg. very young but a soldier every inch. A “West Pointer.” Commanded a Battery at Bull Run, where he was severely wounded, afterwards at Fair Oaks, which secured his Colonelcy. Saw him in the after cabin, instructing the officers in the sword exercises. The Leut Col [Joshua Chamberlain] also a splendid man, A Proffessor [sic] from Bowdoin College. But the most noteworthy feature is the exceedingly patient and kindly spirit among all on board, and “Peace Societies” might receive a lesson, and surely such men will do their part when fighting comes. 1 1/2 Oclock P M Approaching land, and all letters must be sent so I close. Love to all. All well. Cheaspeake [sic] Brig.[?] A kiss for Lulu, and Mother Jerome Peirce Direct letters to Washington 36 Reg. Co H. 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Title A name given to the resource From Jerome to Allie, September 4, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie At Sea Onboard Steamer "Merrimac" 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 1862-09-04 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 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 Washington D.C. 7th Sept 1862. I hardly know [how] to commence this letter. We have seen so much, such wonderful changes. A lovely sabbath and you are enjoying it in true N.E style while we are out upon the ground in a field about twice as large as the monument ground at C. yes three times—directly back of the Capitol whose dome and upper part is in sight about a half a mile off. A little like Sunday I assure you. Our Col is away on business while we are ready to march at a moment’s warning. Came up to Alexandria last night or rather at 1/2 past 1 Clk P.M. remained onboard till this morning when the “City of Norwich” brought us up to W. We are all well, but one[.] he, (a man by the name of Runson of Fitchburg I believe) fell downstairs on the ship, and hurt his back so that he was left on board of the hospital boat at A. Providence has favored us, for we were most shamefully crammed on board of the ship, but we feel thankful to see land and have no fault to find. We expect to be in Burnside’s division who is in command of all field opperations [sic][.] Our troops have fell back to quite near W. but here it is looked upon as an intended move to draw the rebels out where we can “fix um[.]” Some 40,000 troops, 3 batteries of Artillery, a body of Cavalry, the last, left here today in full sight from here today and it is expected Stonewall Jackson will be nabbed, as he is again surrounded. A great body of the Army is here, and it is a marvellous [sic] sight to see the forts here. One can have no idea of the scene. For miles in all directions, great Batteries are forming and the “Stars and Stripes” surmou[n]t them while the lower ground is while with encampments, a large one at our elbow, only a few rods distant. It looks like war indeed, hundreds of wagons and in the River as many steamers and transports. Like places more distant, there are all sorts of rumors, but I have conversed with men right from the field, and they are all Courage. There is a regiment or two more passing to Camp in sight, and pouring in by thousands. It is expected the work will be finished up near here, and we shall have our share, for Burnside is not idle. Banks is safe, performing a rapid march outwitting Jackson, and he is a hero. McDowell is down, McClennan [sic] in command of the forts, and Burnside and and [sic] Siegel the field masters. Such are the ideas here. We expect to march tonight or in the morning to Giesboro (Not on the map) about 7 miles from W. where we are to be detailed. But how do you, and our little Lulu do? I can’t tell you anything better than that I am in prefect health and spirits. It is not so terrible hot, a cool breeze, and all very pleasant. Boys and men are selling all sorts of cakes &c. One little fellow brought out some bread and butter and cold fresh Pork, which Jno Miller and I shared and behold he was from Bedford Mass. his name Townsend, been here some three months, don’t like here like old Mass. We gave him 15 cts for old home’s sake and his refreshments. Jos H is waiting here. he is beside me. I left your letter suddenly as [?] the Brig. is expecting to mail them in the [?], but did not. You will direct to W. Quote Regiment & Co H &c and we shall get them. We want so much to hear from you, and if you take a “notion” to send a box of eatables, let it be small and simple soft crackers, doughnuts and cheese. Still we live well, but I knew you would be thinking of such things. Also add some pickles. I must quit, for I right in the sun. Accept love bountifully, and write soon, and tell your adventures. Ever Your Jerome [Marginal notes] [Page 1] Have written Foster and Joseph. [Page 4] Had boiled tongue and Hard bread this morning. 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 7, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Washington D.C. 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 1862-09-07 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). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 7.75 X 6 - 1st Scan 8 X 9.25 - 2nd Scan 12.5 X 9.25 - 3rd Scan 8 X 9.25 - 4th Scan 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 #10 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Washington D.C. Allie Jerome Peirce Washington D.C. https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/599e2be5ef2f85a3410e128c29ea9af0.jpg 044e9cf94597e504ae4bc1f6f0d1649d https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/fe1f759f5616a649bae88aef37b25e8d.jpg e29afdc878975a3189b89e230ba0107b https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/12d577115459c49924dcec516881b4a7.jpg 7b279225d8a7ea8df2382ddbe9067197 https://peirceletters.umwhistory.org/files/original/1bd1faf38c5279e08a6d74ddb8367069.jpg a82768465a2629cb228f0ff6f56f9af8 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 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 Review of the 36th Regt. Mass Vol. Leesboro’ 10 Sept. My dear Allie, Just a moment to write as a man returns to W tonight. A tedious march of 10 miles, a hard county, but well. I came in, did not fall out only dispensed with gun and have[r]sack for a short distance. Lame of Course but shall come out all right. The Boys are well, and “Game”. Our tents are picked [sic] and H Mayo is with me tent mate. (No mail tonight after all but will say a word) We are now seeing the beginning of Soldiers life but my mind has been prepared in full so far. We must shorten our knapsack some, and may send home somethings, the Orange boys together, and we may not. We can’t endure it all, and no soldier out here of the old Regs pretends to. We are on a gentle eminence with woods around, with a Michigan Reg on the same ground, and others close by that we haven’t learned. Our Col is a man. Carried a musket for tired ones a good deal of the way. I will mail a paper picked up on the road and you will think it looks like it[.] There is a Compliment for the 36th in it. Came through “Pennsylvania Avenue”, the great Street of W. and had a view of the Capitol and Patent Office. A fine street, but the outside of the City is repulsive in the extreme and such a country for dust! You can have but little idea of it for our worst roads, some in South Boston and Dorchester come nearest to it. We are among neutrals or “Secesh,” and see little enthusiasm for Yankees, but we are not intimidated and mean to gain strength for the Conflict. You will hear exciting reports &c. the rebels in Penna but it is looked upon as a desperate game, and the crash will come soon, for the troops coming in by thousands, and a few cavalry will fit them for the conflict. I trust you are well, and our little Lulu. Kiss her many times. Keep up a brave heart, for you are a Soldiers wife, and he is proud to feel, through hardship and trial, that you know little of, he is doing a little perhaps to better your lot and the children to[?] come. I wrote Murray from W. You must write for the present, to the other friends, for we [know] not from one hour to another where we will be, and of course we shall be tired, and worn, but shall improve every moment as we camp, for I love to write. I heard on the road that the 39th Mass. had reached W. Is Frank moved yet, tell me when he does. Write soon, have not recd. letters yet. Must get a little rest, while the Coffee is doing so a kiss and ever your loving husband Jerome P. We are directly North of W. 10 miles—not on the map by name, but towards Leesburg 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 10, 1862 Subject The topic of the resource Peirce, Jerome Allie Leesboro (Near Washington D.C. 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 1862-09-10 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). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 8 X 5 - 1st Scan 8 X 10 - 2nd Scan 12 X 10.25 - 3rd Scan 6.75 X 9.75 - 4th Scan 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 #11 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Leesboro (Near Washington D.C. Allie Jerome Peirce Leesboro (Washington D.C.)