February 7, 1862

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February
7 Camp Franklin, Va.
Have been spending several
days in Alexandria of late searching
for brother Charles who has now
arrived from Maine. C. came out
to find me and we both returned
to camp yesterday forenoon. We did
not spend a very pleasant night
together. B. acted poorly.
Today the captain has gone
to Mount Vernon and I am left
in command. During this forenoon
have been studying “McClellan’s
bayonet exercise.” and like it
very much.
Am also writing an article
on Alexandria and its sights
for the Lion’s Advocate.
Am in excellent health
So are Jimmie and Charlie.