Augusta County: Thomas M. Smiley to William Smiley, November 3,
1864
Summary:
In this letter to his father, Thomas M. Smiley describes his situation at Fort Delaware and
asks that his family write him often.
November 3rd/64
Fort Delaware
Dear Father
I will attempt to write you a few lines to let you know that I am well: & hope on the receipt of this that you may all be well. All of the company that are here are well. Thomas M c Cray and W. Dice are both well. I am getting along pretty well at present; as I have been getting a little assistance from different persons in the north. which helps me materially. I have written five letters home and received but two: one of them by flag of truce Please write soon as I am anxious to hear from you.
Give my love to all who may think me worth inquiring for and receive a due share yourself from your affectionate son
Thomas M. Smiley
Prisoner of War 1st Division
Fort Delaware
