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John Bruke Letters

Union Navy soldier | Civil War

Letter from John Burke to Mary Burke December 1st, 1861

                                   

From John Burke to Mary his wife, on USS Cuyler blockading squadron in Florida 

John Burke details how Mary can receive half his pay. he tells her to go with her uncle to the bank or respectful citizen. He also gives details on capturing rebel prisoners and sending them to New York.

Last updated on Nov 29, 2022 11:27 AM