50th Massachusetts Infantry Civil War Letter 1864 W. Hammond Clark’s Point

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Civil War Letter. Condition is "Used". Shipped with USPS First Class.
Written July 7, 1864 by William G. Hammond of the 50th Massachusetts.Signed Corporal Will . Written atFort at Clark’s Point New Bedford.
He is writing under difficulties. Everybody is moving about and putting things in order. He may get home in next two-3 days. The boys raised Ned the night before, had a mock parade, they have three boats there. Had great display of fireworks, Roman candles serpents and as much.
Hears militia is called for 100 days, the cadets noble heroes and he is glad my time half gone for Soldiering is Played War.
Included the cover envelope. Fully transcribed.
I show a copy of a photo of William Hammond which is not included.