Benjamin F. Marsh Letter : May 22, 1864

Augustus Holmes appears to write his step brother Benjamin Marsh (although it looks like it is addressed to K L Marsh) about his wound at the Battle of the Wilderness. He was hit by a bullet just above his ankle and it broke his leg. He is very bored and cannot wait to leave so he can get better food.

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In Collections: Marsh Family Papers (c.00047)

Copyright Status: No Copyright

Date Created: 1864-05-22

Subjects: War wounds
American Civil War (United States : 1861-1865)
United States. Army. Michigan Cavalry Regiment, 6th (1862-1865)
United States. Army. Michigan Infantry Regiment, 8th (1861-1865)
Military morale
Overland Campaign (Virginia : 1864)
Battle of the Wilderness (Virginia : 1864)
Food--Social aspects
Medical care
Wounds and injuries

Material Type: Correspondence

Language: English

Extent: 2 pages

Holding Institution: Michigan State University. Archives and Historical Collections

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Benjamin F. Marsh Letter : May 22, 1864

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