Civil War Soldier Ltr Edson (Emery) 2nd VT Inf Camp Griffin Virginia 1-26-1862

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Civil War soldier letter, Edson (Emery) and Philo Emery both in the 2nd Vermont Infantry, writing from Camp Griffin Virginia, January 26 1862, first Edson then Philo (a shorter note), two full pages in ink.   Was on guard, out box of stuff not gone yet, one nag of sausage, butter, cheese, dried apples and sugar, mentions Bull Runner
Don't use my coat recognized as being 2nd Vermont, wear occasionally though, it went to Bull Run and I cherish it, more content.  Signs Edson
Philo writes that our regiment furnishes picked tomorrow, we have our marching tents and ready to make a move.  Philo died of his wounds that happened at Wilderness Overall VF.
Edson Emery
Residence Tumbridge VT; Enlisted on 4/29/1861 as a Corporal. On 6/20/1861 he mustered into "E" Co. VT 2nd Infantry He was Mustered Out on 6/29/1864 He was listed as: * Wounded 5/9/1864 Wilderness, VA Promotions: * Sergt
Philo Emery
Residence Tumbridge VT; Enlisted on 6/4/1861 as a Private. On 6/20/1861 he mustered into "E" Co. VT 2nd Infantry He died of wounds on 6/9/1864 He was listed as: * Wounded 5/5/1864 Wilderness, VA
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