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Lucy Curtiss writes to her brother Homer about her disappointment on hearing the false news that his regiment was to be sent home.

Lucy writes to her brother Homer about the fall of Richmond, her visit to a neighbor with Copperhead sympathies, and mail delivery in town.

Joanna Curtiss writes to her son Homer about the coming end of the war, the work of Reconstruction, Grant's strategy, and her concerns over profiteering.

Joanna Curtiss writes to her son Homer, giving news of her church, expressing concern over his promotion, and warning him against alcohol.

Joanna Curtiss writes to her son Homer, sharing news from home, wondering why he has not visited, and worrying that his promotion may expose him more to temptation and vice.

Lucy Curtiss writes to her brother Homer of life at home, the lack of reliable news about the war, and her happiness at hearing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Cornelius Gold writes to his mother about camp life in New Haven and being able to get leave to visit family in the area.

William Ingram writes to his wife about Camp Lyon and his inability to make a final visit home before deployment to Mississippi because he hasn't been paid and can't afford the trip.