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Scott, Joseph W., ca. 1843-1863. Letters, 1862-1863. 4 items.
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Content
The letters in this collection were written by Pvt. Joseph W. Scott of Co. G of the 38th Ohio Infantry. However his actual identity was likely Joseph Eber, a native of Germany. In a letter to "Dear Friend R." (Rufus Scott) dated Jan. 18, 1862 at Somerset, Ky. Pvt. Scott describes the battle of Mill Springs, Ky. where his regiment was held in reserve. In a letter to "dear friend Rufus" dated Feb. 13 , 1862 at Lebanon, Ky., he describes the march of his regiment from the Cumberland River to their present camp. He states that the sick were conveyed in wagons, adding that those too ill to travel were left behind. He stated they marched for ten days through snow and cold weather. He adds that the men expect another hard march soon.