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Submitted to Contest #334
December 14, 1861Camp Billy Williams, KentuckyIn August, when I left East Tennessee for Kentucky, we thought the war would be over by Christmas. Recent events let me know it may go on much longer. So, I feel I must gather my remembrances for some future friend. They may find my time in the war interesting, whatever it may bring.Pa warned me to be careful about how and who I talked and who I talked to once the rebellion started. On my way to KY to join Wolford’s Cavalry, I saw the rebel flag raised. Never did I feel the danger as thick as whe...
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The Archivist When I said, “I wish I had someone to talk to”, I don’t mean that I am alone. My circle consisted of those obsessed with Disneyland. Conversations revolved around YouTube videos of empty rides, people eating food, and describing the merch. I would rather walk in the woods and dream of the original settlers, seeing the unchanged landscape. I always daydream of the 1800s. My obsession began in 4th grade. I read a book about an enslaved man and his life after freedom. I’d wear moccasins and spy on family, grind popcorn on bowl-sha...
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