March 26, 1862

/ , /

Shannon-v1-p68

 

[Click image to view]

 Page 68:
March
26
Camp Franklin
They have had a battle
at Winchester and we have gained
another victory. Shields is the hero.
We still remain here and undoubtedly
shall continue to remain until some
new event occurs.
I hardly know whether we
are destined to go down to the river.
The whole thing looks strangely to
me. We shall see however in a
few days.
Lizzie’s transcript reached me
this morning with a very pretty
piece in it by “Isa O. Hale.” Good
I am pleased. I was not mistaken
in Lizzie’s capabilities. But here’s
so much beyond my expectations.
She is gaining laurels at home
while I reap an occasional one
abroad. Good, say I once more.
Yes, and better still, it is grand.

 

Page 69:

 

Of late I have been making very
many purchases, today I bought a
horse. It will be a very costly
establishment for me indeed. But
the experience is going to [Carrot: be] fine.
* * * *
Have been studying of late
McDougall on the “theory of war” and
enjoyed it exceedingly.

 

p.m.
This evening I have been writing to
Lillie [Lizzie?]—would that I could be with her!
* * * *
“Pensez a moi ma chere amie.”