Baird, John L. Letter. 3 February 1862. 2pp.
Mss. C B
Letter from Baird at Camp Wickliffe, Ky. to his mother in Terre Haute, Ind. describes how much he likes being a soldier, but notes he has not been in battle yet. Also mentions being near the Green River and Rebel pickets. Includes an illustrated patriotic envelope with the caption "Onward to Victory."
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