Hd Qrs Cav Brigade
3 miles of Richmond Va
My Dearest Wife,

How I wish you had stayed, but, I would have seen you very little for I have been on the constant go – night & day.  G.W. Smith said last night he wished he could divide me up into several pieces for different points.  There have been several skirmishes almost daily.  I want to see you very much and trust a speedy victory here will restore you to my arms.  How is Dear Pet I am very uneasy about her.  I can write no long letters here.  I was never better except I want you very much.  I hope Dearie you are nicely fixed. 

The enemy does not seem anxious to fight but nous verrons – tomorrow being Monday may be the day.

Love to friends –
Yours ever
J.E.B.Stuart



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