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Thomas Pimer writes to his father about witnessing the fall of Petersburg and Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House. He also provides a description of his fiance.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father of his imminent release from the Army, his decision not to reenlist in Texas, and his search for employment in Norfolk.

William Reynolds writes to his friend James McCracken about his regiments retreat to winter quarters, the likelihood that he will not be released from service when he had hoped, and his disillusionment with the government.

William Reynolds writes to James McCracken about the weather, Sherman's successes in Georgia, and the leadership of Philip Sheridan.

Charles McCracken writes to his brother James about his health, the safety of his camp, his anger at the Copperheads, and the imminent end of the war.

Cornelius Gold writes to his mother of attacks and casualties suffered by the regiment and the situation in the camp.

Cornelius Gold writes to his friend Amy about the previous day's combat, the dangers of the picket lines, and his opinion of Gen. Grant.

Homer Curtiss writes to his family with a list of books he is sending home, beginning artillery training, and a discussion of current events and European governments' attitudes to the war.

Homer Curtiss writes to his mother and sisters about life in camp, what he is reading, opinions about the Republican nomination and Union generals, and food prices.