Letter to John A. Langhorne, 1863

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Written from Orange, Virginia. Letter regards Langhorne joining the "Wise Troop."

Language:

English.

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Orange CH

Dear Papa

[Col] M & Judge say that they think it best for me to join the Wise Troop for three very good reasons. 1 that Capt. Steptoe is willing to take me in his mess. 2 you can get nearly twice as much for your horse to eat as a general thing in a small Company than you can in a large & when they issue corn you get a bag for each company and if the company is small you get as much more. 3 and best reason you will fare better in that line your self. You can buy any thing you want from the government at their price with his consent.

The mail is about to leave and I must close. Love to all the family & Cousin Kate. Direct your letter to Orange CH.

Subjects:

Confederate States of America. Army—Virginia Cavalry Regiment, 2nd
Soldiers -- Confederate States of America -- Correspondence
Correspondence

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