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| Collection Reference Number
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GLC03603.249
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| From Archive Folder
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Collection of Charles M. Coit, field and staff, 8th regiment, Connecticut, infantry
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| Title
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Charles Coit to his family, stating that Colonel Otis is in charge of the camp
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| Date
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4 August 1863
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| Author
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Coit, Charles M. (1838-1878)
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| Document Type
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Correspondence
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| Content Description
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Notes that he has returned from a visit to his family and is camped with new conscripts and is unsure whether he will be in charge of them or not. Says that he has purchased a leather trunk and a duster. Writes that Colonel Otis is in charge of the camp. Writes that his brigade was summoned to Charleston but was missing so many men that the first brigade was sent in their place.
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| Subjects
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Civil War Military History Union Forces Union Soldier's Letter Soldier's Letter Children and Family Conscription Clothing and Accessories Military Supplies Military Camp
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| People
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Coit, Charles M. (1838-1878)
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| Place written
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Fair Haven, Connecticut
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| Theme
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The American Civil War; Children & Family
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| Sub-collection
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Papers and Images of the American Civil War
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| Copyright
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
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| Module
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Civil War, Reconstruction and the Modern Era: 1860-1945
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| Civil War: Unit
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8th Regiment, Connecticut, infantry
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| Transcript
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Show/hide Camp of Conscripts Fair Haven, Ct, Augt 4. Dear All, I reported to Genl Hunt yesterday A.M. but have as yet heard nothing more about going off with conscripts. It is rumored here that since Capt Davis' bad luck with his party, Genl Hunt has said that hereafter he shall forward them by transports & have - several - details go with them as guard. In that way 'twould not be so very unpleasant going with them. I think the sail from here to Alex- andria would be rather pleasant this dreadfully hot weather tho' I suppose we would some of us be sea sick. How did you get along yesterday every one here says that it was the hottest day in Connt for at least forty years. I wish you were all with me this noon enjoying this fine breeze from the water I found my tent nicely stockaded for me when I returned to camp yester- day - boarded the sides about three feet high with a door in front & a good floor. - so fixed I am very comfortable and have more room than in a wall tent. Have had made a couple of tables, or rather a table & wash stand, have bought a nice camp arm chair, a water pail & wash basin & with our present good board think I can manage to exist even in Connt for a short time. I have bought me a nice sole leather trunk - cost eighteen dollars which I do not think bad for the article - it has a good canvas cover & is well arranged inside. Have also purchased a linen duster (I think that's the name) & I find it much more comfortable than my thick jacket & it is large enough to wear over every thing. Had I supposed I was returning to remain in camp for any time I should have been inclined to bring a couple of white shirts &c, &c, but I shall try for another leave of absense soon & can then take my new trunk with me & have it filled. Col. Otis of the 10th Conn. vs. has reported & assumes command of this camp I like his appearance & hope we shall now have different management here. we hear that our Brigade was ordered to Charleston but on account of the small number of men in the Brigade the first Brigade was sent in place of ours. I do not think it would effect us any way. Capt. Goodrich's wife & two little girls are here, the children are very bright &c & I enjoy playing with them hugely. Do write immediately if you hear any thing new from Alfred Goddard for I feel particularly interested. Please remember me to every body - particluarly to Steve Meech. - Best love always Affct Son & bro Chas
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