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31 Oct 1862

162d Regiment New York Volunteers..........Col Benedict,

Company B

Oct 31 1862

(page1) dear wife I now take time to write you a few lines to inform you of my sfe arrival here. we had a hard line on the march. we encamped near the Chain Bridge in a pleasant place. I hope you and the children are all well. are stopped but a short time in Washington. we went to Pacific seawalk. stopped but

(page2) two nights and then have start for this place. we expect to move from here soon. give my love to all friends. I have not had time to find John or the James yet but shall look for them soon. kiss all the children for me. Tell Miss Halliday that Frank sends his love to all. he has been promoted to Colonell Badely(?). write soon as you get this. give my love to Samuels folks. I will write to them soon as possible. all the boys send their love to you Your affectionate Husband

Laban Hill

(page3) Dear Wife, Since writing the above I have not had a chance to mail it for we had to start and march 15 miles to Alexandria, where we are now. ____ how long we are to stay. So can not tell direct your letters to me. Laban Hill 162 Regiment Co B Washington DC

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