Camp Quien Sabe
June 4th 1862
My Darling Wife,
I have telegraphed you my safety from the perils of two battles through the grace of God.
My Cavalry could do nothing as the heavy rains had made the ground
impassable. I was determined to be individually useful, &
Longstreet expressed his high appreciation of my service, as also the
Prest, and, Gen Lee, by wanting me at both places at the same time
– I exercised command at various times during the day, and was
placed in command of Huger’s Div next day mine 3
d in
front – but he has since resumed command. We were
victorious. Capturing 15 pieces of artillery killing old Casey
& Meagher two Generals & any quantity of Field officers,
&c, our own loss was severe & in the wound recd by Genl Jo. the
Confederacy has recd a severe blow & our hearts are pierced with
sorrow; but not disheartened we’ll avenge him and the rest of our
fallen Comrades in the coming battle. Kisses – kisses
– kisses –
In haste – my Darling