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ONLINE FIREARMS, EDGED WEAPONS AND MILITARIA AUCTION

Fri, Jul 24, 2026 01:00PM EDT - Sun, Aug 9, 2026 04:00PM EDT
Lot 278

(2) Union Soldier Letters Group – Camp Convalescent, Virginia & Washington Correspondence, January 1863 and Early War Period

Estimate: $250 - $50

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Interesting group of two Union soldier letters, including one written from Camp Convalescent, Virginia dated January 15, 1863 by Charles Wright, a Union volunteer associated with the Army of the Potomac, referencing convalescent camp conditions, illness, and the prospect of reenlistment tied to bounty payments, and a second earlier-war letter written from Washington by Private John N. Sherman, Junior, addressed to his parents, discussing receipt of food sent from home and the condition of supplies upon arrival, reflecting the logistical and personal realities of soldier life in the capital early in the war; together representing complementary themes of army camp life, health, and home-front support within Union service. Pickup & Shipping: Free pickup in Gardnerville, NV. FedEx Ground/Home Delivery within the continental U.S.: $30 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined shipping available.

Condition

Good. Both letters show expected folding, handling wear, and scattered staining; the Camp Convalescent letter exhibits moderate toning and edge wear, while the Washington letter shows fold lines, light discoloration, and minor surface wear.

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