Raynors HCA 2015-11
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/3/2015
Nice war-date Union soldier's letter, 4pp. 8vo., written by Pvt. Rufus Robbins, [DOD, Philadelphia, January 7, 1863] Co. K, 7th Mass. Vols., Taunton, [Mass.], July, 11, [1861], in part: "We are not to leave camp today…the regiment was not in readiness to move…the teams arrived here yesterday…there are…15 wagons and 64 horse each company…the men are all anxious to be on the move. We have got all our equipment now…I felt as though I was in a strange harness. The first thing to put on is a cartridge box with the strap over the left shoulder and the box a little behind the right side. Next a belt to which is attached a cap box and bayonet sheath…cap box on the rite in front. Next goes on the knapsack, then haversack to hold the bread…then canteen…the knapsack…is not bad unless you load it to heavily…my government clothes are all that I have got now…I am not homesick nor discontented. I am willing to stay from you and do my duty as long as my services are required…I am on the advance guard…write again soon, Rufus." VG
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