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May God grant our arms success, a speedy termination of the war, and me a safe return to my home. But... if I should die I hope to die like a Christian and a Patriot, that my life, my children, and my friends may have nothing to regret, that my name may be cherished, and honored by them... .as one who nobly & honorably performed his duty.
-- John Patterson to Almira, November 2, 1862 |