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Fri, Jul 24, 2026 01:00PM EDT - Sun, Aug 9, 2026 04:00PM EDT
Lot 263

November 11, 1862 Civil War Letter Describing Northern Sentiment and Soldier Life (Union Correspondence)

Estimate: $100 - $250

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Engaging Civil War letter dated November 11, 1862, written by a Union soldier identified as “G. H. Apperson,” offering a vivid firsthand account of camp life and shifting Northern attitudes during the war. The correspondence reflects on the aftermath of the fall 1862 campaigns and notes a growing sense of Northern optimism as Confederate hopes for foreign recognition diminished. Written in a candid and conversational tone, the soldier discusses daily routines, conditions in camp, and broader reflections on the progress of the war. The letter provides insight into morale, political sentiment, and the lived experience of Union soldiers during a pivotal period following Antietam. Such letters are valued for their immediacy and perspective, capturing both the personal and national dimensions of the conflict. 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. Fold lines consistent with mailing and storage, with light staining and minor edge wear. Ink remains generally legible throughout, though some areas show light fading and minor bleed-through. Overall well-preserved for a multi-page wartime letter.

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The Estate of Professor Ronald H. Limbaugh (University of the Pacific) Director of the Holt-Atherton Pacific Center for Western Studies and Director of the John Muir Center for Regional Studies