CIVIL War Letter Died At Andersonville Prison William Hutchinson 2nd Nyha

Private William E Hutchinson was one of 3 brothers to enlist for the War. William who lived in Bensen, NY Joined Company C, 51st New York Infantry, Sept 1861, was discharged disabled a few months later. He recovered and re-enlisted with the 2nd New York Heavy Artillery, December, 1863 and 6 months later was taken prisoner at Cold Harbor, Va and sent to Andersonville Prison, Georgia. He only survived 3 months and is buried at Andersonville National Cemetery. An Original Letter from William, now home at Benson, NY Feb 23, 1863- he reports he visited John's wife "Catie" and she is well, and little Charles is full of the devil.

He also reports that Brother Anson says he has enough to and so will stay home. William reports that he has learned John's regiment was banished for burning the barracks and are on half-rations.

William also reports he has great times partying with the Bensen girls, on Page 3 signs the letter is "William E to John W Hutchinson". The letter then continues on page 3-4 with lines from Brother Anson- Anson reports he is "stiffer than bull's tripe", he visited John's wife, again, he says he will write soon and ends "So Good Bye", and also signs the letter " From William E Hutchinson to John W Hutchinson". 4pp ink 8 x 5.

Age stains, edge wear, Overall VG. Brother Anson served with the 32nd NY Infantry, but was discharged disabled in 1863. General Orders and other imprints. All items are unconditionally guaranteed to be authentic and in the condition as described. PLEASE READ DETAILS OF THE ITEM DESCRIPTION. I TRY TO DESCRIBE ALL ITEMS ACCURATELY.

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