Letter from William S. Pike to Anna Wilcox, Washington Street Hospital, October 1864
United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865—Hospitals
Medicine, Military--United States--History--19th century
Pike, John, Alexandria (Va.) -- History, Military -- 19th century
Virginia -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865
United States. Army. New York Artillery Regiment, 8th (1862-1865). Company B
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes affectionately to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He tell her about his wound healing complications, and his medical treatment. A letter from mutual cousin John Pike is mentioned. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 8 x 14 cm.
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Letter to Anna Wilcox from William S. Pike in October 1864
Love letters, Alexandria (Va.) -- History, Military -- 19th century
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes affectionately to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He compliments her photograph and discusses birthday whippings. The letter closes with expressions of love. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 8 x 14 cm.
Letter to Anna Wilcox from William S. Pike in November 1864
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865, Alexandria (Va.) -- History, Military -- 19th century
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He reports that his furlough request was denied again due to continuing complications from his leg injury. William also writes about voting for Lincoln in the Presidential election. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 8 x 14 cm.
Letter from William S. Pike to Anna Wilcox, Washington Street Hospital, November 1864
Soldiers -- Correspondence, Alexandria (Va.) -- History, Military -- 19th century
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes a brief letter to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He writes that he is unwell. William also mentions the recent election. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope,8 x 14 cm.
Letter from William S. Pike in Alexandria to Anna Wilcox, December 1864
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes a letter to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He writes about a misunderstanding regarding Nette, who was recently married and assures Annie that he is keeping her confidences. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 8 x 14 cm.
Letter from William S. Pike, Washington Street Hospital, to Anna Wilcox, December 14, 1864
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes a letter to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He comments on her letter about Aunt Hat, for whom they have mutual dislike. William reports that his wounded leg is still troubling him. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 7 x 12 cm.
Letter from William S. Pike, Washington Street Hospital, to Anna Wilcox, December 23, 1864
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes a brief letter to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He recounts his previous seven months in the hospitals and writes that he hopes to leave soon. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 7 x 12 cm.
Letter from William S. Pike, Washington Street Hospital, to Anna Wilcox, December 28, 1864
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes a brief letter to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He thanks her for the Christmas gift she sent and writes about his Christmas dinner at the hospital. He reports that is almost able to walk again. Original format:1 sheet, 21 x 26 cm folded to 13 x 21 cm, and 1 envelope, 7 x 12 cm.
Letter from William S. Pike to Anna Wilcox, January 1865
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes a brief letter to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. He writes that he is making progress with his attempts at walking. William also mentions the weather and receiving a letter from his father. Original format:1 sheet, 19 x 22 cm folded to 11 x 19 cm.
Letter from William S. Pike in Alexandria, VA to Anna Wilcox, January 1865
William S. Pike, a Civil War soldier writes a brief letter to his Cousin Annie Wilcox from the Washington Street Hospital, Alexandria, Virginia. William reports that he went before the Board of Doctors and will be discharged soon. He writes that he will return to his home in Niagara County. Original format:1 sheet, 19 x 22 cm folded to 11 x 19 cm, and 1 envelope, 7 x 12 cm.