Gaylord, Oliver C. – February 12, 1862

Michigan Civil War Collection Letters


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Regiment: 3rd Michigan Cavalry Battles Mentioned: Historical Figures: Benton Hospital near Camp Feb 12th 1862 My Dear Wife I received your letter of the 7 of feveburary this morning This is the first day I have been able to write since I was taken sick which was two weeks ago last sunday this will account for your not getting any letters I could not think of dictating to anyone what to write you I was taken with inflamation on the lungs I was quite sick a few days I got your letter of the 26th of Jan. after I was taken sick But i am geten beter And Will Close this And will rite a gin Dont neglect to rite as Son as you get this leter O C Gaylord