Lot 2624
Confederacy, 7 Star Flag Patriotic Lettersheet. Datelined "Fort Moultrie, July 23, 1861" with interesting contents: I have seated myself this evening to write you a few lines to let you know how I am getting a long it is but poorly my health is very bad. I have not done any duty for two weeks and will not be able to do any soon. Everything is quiet down here, we get the news by telegraph everyday from Virginia. I think there is pretty hard times up their too.It is reported that our company is going to Virginia, but I don't know how true it is. Give my best respects to all my friends and relations. You may look for me home in a week or two, not longer. I do not think if my health does not improve I certainly will be home once more I think I will come by Covington but if I do I will not stop Nothing more but remain yours., Very Fine and attractive.
Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $375