South of Bowling Green, Va., May 15, 1865. Crossed the Pamunky river this morning and the Mattapony this p.m. Beautiful country, but most desolate looking. Stopped at a house for the “cute and original” purpose of asking for a drink of water. While a servant went to the spring had a very interesting chat with [...]
“Heard of Davis’ capture. Did not excite an emotion.”–Army Life of an Illinois Soldier, Charles Wright Wills.
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