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Letter from Lloyd Powell (near Martinsburg) to Charles Powell (Winchester, Va)

July, 3, 1861

Powell Papers – 65 P875, Box II, Folder 6

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                                                                        Near Martinsburg, Va

                                                                                    July 3/61

 

My dear Father

            Mr Ginn has just reached here with the letters & bundles from sister Rebecca & yourself.  I take advantage of a moment’s leisure before advancing with the reinforcements towards Martinsburg, to say that I am still perfectly well, & ready I trust to do my duty in the approaching engagement.  None of the men in our company were injured in yesterday’s engagement.  The Continentals lost two men.  With a heart full of the warmest affection for yourself, dear Mother, & the girls, I am

                                    Your affectionate son

                                    Lloyd Powell