November 27, 1862
My Dearest
I am certain that it comes as no surprise when I inform you
that I have reenlisted for another year’s service with the 44th
An entire Nation invokes thanks to the ministering angels who, with untiring persistence of benevolence, are devoting themselves as much as the men in their tasks of administering to the units and alleviating the sufferings of those who give up so much to fight for the cause.
The Richmond dispatches report that the Federals have been going up and down the Rappahannock, most likely with the intent of crossing the stream above or below the town of Fredericksburg, It is not improbable that our forces may yet have an opportunity to repel the invaders, who are as unwelcome here as the cold winds and icy air of winter.
Notice has been provided to the women and children of
Prisoners who have been arriving lately say that the removal
of McClellan came near producing a revolution among the Federal troops, that entire regiments threw down their arms and
those detached to arrest them refused to do so. It appears that Burnside’s army
is thoroughly demoralized. A true soldier knows and appreciates a Good Leader,
and will always choose him over a political or popular puppet who is simply
appointed at the pleasure of those in power. I believe that I speak for all the
men when I say that the 44th has just such a confidence and
appreciation in it’s leadership and is proud to
represent the 5th Regiment and it’s affiliation within
If you may, please send more warm socks and the great coat –
I suspect that I will need them very soon. With the chilling temperatures and
Yankees nearby, we are certain to be seeing much more Fire along the
God Bless the Southern Woman,
Corporal James Marshall
44th Georgia, Company C