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Regiment: 5th Michigan Cavalry
Battles Mentioned: Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Historical Figures: George A. Custer
Camp for breakfast 2nd Brigade
Near Gettysburg, Pa.
July 4th, 1863
My Dearest Wife,
I have just a minute to spare and write to let you know that we were in the
action yesterday and I escaped without a scratch. Our Co. lost several killed,
wounded and missing. Maj. Ferry was killed by Sharp Shooters. Our Cav. repulsed
the Rebs and we are masters of the field. You will know more of the battle as this
reaches you than I can tell. I am now acting aid de camp with Gen. Custer Comdg. our
Brigade probably will not act long however only till the battles are over here. Now
keep up good courage I think I shall come out all right. I recd. a letter dated June 23
rd
this morning. Your own, Ebgert
Direct 2
nd Brigade
Kilpatrick’s Divis.
Cavalry Corps.
Washington, D.C.
Write often dearest.
