North writes about hard marching and drinking contaminated water. He also comments on the strong line protecting Washington.
North gives a detailed description of marching, crossing a river, fighting and sleeping in wet conditions. He also refers to the invasion of Chambersburg and the theft of horses there.
North describes the difficult marching through Pleasant Valley and explains how a pontoon bridge is constructed.
North describes where his regiment is camped and praises his Lieutenant Trout.
North describes General McClellan's and General Porter's farewells to the troops. He also talks about marching on muddy roads and about a disease afflicting horses and mules.
North predicts an upcoming battle with the rebels across the Rappahannock and observes the poverty of the local Virginia countryside.
North talks about the bounty and pay he has received and says part of it will be sent home.
North discusses the fighting at Fredericksburg and gives a report of the dead there. He also mentions the pleasantries of camp life.
North explains why he is not sending his money home and describes a friendly encounter with the enemy.
North's letter describes his division's part in the battle of Chancellorsville and lists the wounded and killed among his comrades. He also mentions that his term is almost up and that he does not intend to reenlist.
In a discussion of camp life, North talks about the surplus of coffee and the mistreatment of horses.
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