Simeon A. Howe Letter : March 2, 1864

Simeon brags that his pea soup was lauded by the Canadian soldiers as the best they have ever tasted. He also boasts that he may be the only person in the company who has not taken medicine for an illness.

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In Collections: Simeon A. Howe Letters (c.00427)

Copyright Status: No Copyright

Date Created: 1864-03-02

Authors: Howe, Simeon A., approximately 1830-

Subjects: American Civil War (United States : 1861-1865)
United States. Army. Michigan Engineers and Mechanics Regiment, 1st (1861-1865)
Food--Social aspects
Medical care
Diseases
Cooking for military personnel

Material Type: Correspondence

Language: English

Extent: 3 pages

Holding Institution: Michigan State University. Archives and Historical Collections

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Simeon A. Howe Letter : March 2, 1864

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