The boys and I have seen more battle than we could have ever imagined. We long for the comforts of hearth and home, and only pray that Honest Abe will find a just resolution to this terrible conflict. Another winter without you is almost more than I can bear, but I carry on each day knowing that our cause is just.
Love always,
Evan
[Pvt. Evan Taylor was killed at the battle of Cold Creek eight days later]