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Thursday, May 2, 2019
The Battle Of The Wilderness
May 19, 1864
Dear Wife,
A lot has happened since my last letter. War-wise, the Union has a new General now. But I don’t he’ll ever beat General Lee's expertise. God has given him to us to lead us to victory and nothing will change that.
We've been fighting very well recently. Most recently, at a battle called The Wilderness. Even though we were obviously outnumbered we did have an advantage in a country with thick vegetation. But I do have to say that the Yanks put up a good fight. The battle of The Wilderness was confusing and vicious. Oh darling how I hope you never have to witness what I have. You see, in the middle of the battle woods started catching fire, incinerating many wounded men. It was a horrifying sight. I don't know how I made it out alive. But I'm here now, thanks to God. But to continue with the tale, the high number of casualties suffered by the Army of the Potomac caused a retreat. But the same two armies met again near Spottsylvania. It wasn't until yesterday that the battle stopped, resulting in more deaths. The number of deaths war causes is just terrible. You can't even begin to understand. But we did beat the Federals again, but both sides suffered incredible losses. It's tragic really. But it's something that has to be done. To protect our way of life. I don't know when I'll be able to write again. But until then, just know that I love you.
Sincerely, James
We've been fighting very well recently. Most recently, at a battle called The Wilderness. Even though we were obviously outnumbered we did have an advantage in a country with thick vegetation. But I do have to say that the Yanks put up a good fight. The battle of The Wilderness was confusing and vicious. Oh darling how I hope you never have to witness what I have. You see, in the middle of the battle woods started catching fire, incinerating many wounded men. It was a horrifying sight. I don't know how I made it out alive. But I'm here now, thanks to God. But to continue with the tale, the high number of casualties suffered by the Army of the Potomac caused a retreat. But the same two armies met again near Spottsylvania. It wasn't until yesterday that the battle stopped, resulting in more deaths. The number of deaths war causes is just terrible. You can't even begin to understand. But we did beat the Federals again, but both sides suffered incredible losses. It's tragic really. But it's something that has to be done. To protect our way of life. I don't know when I'll be able to write again. But until then, just know that I love you.
Sincerely, James
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
My Loving Parents,
At the time I am writing to you the year is 1864. Some major events that have occurred are Sherman’s March and the Battle at Mobile Bay. I have been tired lately. Our generals have been pushing us very hard. At the moment, we are winning the war and hopefully we can continue to maintain this position.
Sincerely,
Orlin Kist
Letter Home
Dear father,
It has been a long and tiring day. The Union marched through town and destroyed everything they touched. Farms and establishments crumble to the ground. Homes destroyed, citizens were given no mercy. My fellow soldiers and I were assigned to help those in need; the moment we arrived, I couldn't believe what was in front of my eyes. I saw a woman sprawled on the found trying to pick up broken pieces of glass. As I drew nearer towards the woman, her sobs became more audible. She was on the ground trying to pick up pieces of a broken photograph of her dear husband. Tsk! These yanks don't know how to act! Apparently, her husband was trying to protect their local grocery shop but was brutally beaten in trying to do so. The billy yanks then raided their house and damaged their property. I helped the woman pick up her belongings and help others nearby as well. The Union might have destroyed Atlanta but did not succeed in destroying our spirit.
Sincerely,
Your loving son William
It has been a long and tiring day. The Union marched through town and destroyed everything they touched. Farms and establishments crumble to the ground. Homes destroyed, citizens were given no mercy. My fellow soldiers and I were assigned to help those in need; the moment we arrived, I couldn't believe what was in front of my eyes. I saw a woman sprawled on the found trying to pick up broken pieces of glass. As I drew nearer towards the woman, her sobs became more audible. She was on the ground trying to pick up pieces of a broken photograph of her dear husband. Tsk! These yanks don't know how to act! Apparently, her husband was trying to protect their local grocery shop but was brutally beaten in trying to do so. The billy yanks then raided their house and damaged their property. I helped the woman pick up her belongings and help others nearby as well. The Union might have destroyed Atlanta but did not succeed in destroying our spirit.
Sincerely,
Your loving son William
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