Collection, 1863,1999 | WorldCat.org (original) (raw)

Summary:Collection, includes original letter and envelope, dated Dec. 25, 1863, from Dunkenlau at camp by Brandy Station (Va.) to his unnamed brother-in-law; a typed, translated transcript of the letter from Dunkenlau, 1999; a map of the area near Brandy Station, 1999; and letters between the donor and translator, concerning Dunkenlau and his letter, 1999. In his letter, Dunkenlau discussed Lee's armies, retreats, a skirmish with Confederates, the capture of lumber intended for the Confederates, criticism of Meade, bad weather, and regards to his family. The translator drew the map in 1999