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Thomas Pimer writes to his father about witnessing the fall of Petersburg and Lee's surrender at Appomattox Court House. He also provides a description of his fiance.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father of his new office in Norfolk and describes Norfolk as a city filled with alcohol and brothels that has damaged many young men. He also complains about lies being spread about him in New London.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father of his impending discharge, an opportunity to participate in the occupation of Texas, and the current status of Richmond.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father of his imminent release from the Army, his decision not to reenlist in Texas, and his search for employment in Norfolk.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father about the fortifications his unit is building in southern Virginia his regiment's practice of seizing African-Americans from local slaveholders and compelling them to work for the Union army.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father of demoralization and desertion among Confederate forces and the execution of Union deserters. He anticipates that his regiment will soon be moving to Richmond.

Thomas Pimer describes to his father the Union defeat at the Battle of Fredericksburg and provides graphic details of the casualties. He also expresses disgust at having to fight for the abolition of slavery.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father of serving as a military policeman in Norfolk because of conflicts between Black troops and sailors.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father about marching, camp life, his thoughts on George MacClellan, and being near the Battle of Antietam.

Thomas Pimer writes to his father about his new camp, camp life, and what he is eating.