The light and dark of the Rebellion [by C.E. Lester]. |
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... there were more than two hundred sick men . Now and then came a suppressed moan from one couch , or a low plaint of hope- less pain , -while at intervals thrilled from the high 16 THE LIGHT AND DARK Heroism in the Hospital.
... there were more than two hundred sick men . Now and then came a suppressed moan from one couch , or a low plaint of hope- less pain , -while at intervals thrilled from the high 16 THE LIGHT AND DARK Heroism in the Hospital.
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... hundred dollars a year , or somewhat over fifteen hundred dollars . He is governed by the laws of discipline , like all other officers . Such are the provisions made for this important class . Their duties are perfectly well known ...
... hundred dollars a year , or somewhat over fifteen hundred dollars . He is governed by the laws of discipline , like all other officers . Such are the provisions made for this important class . Their duties are perfectly well known ...
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... hundred fold , greater than they would be in the peaceful pursuits of civil life ; to watch by the sick , or wounded , or dying soldier , with no bed but the ground ; to win his respect and affection ; to entertain him in his hours of ...
... hundred fold , greater than they would be in the peaceful pursuits of civil life ; to watch by the sick , or wounded , or dying soldier , with no bed but the ground ; to win his respect and affection ; to entertain him in his hours of ...
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... hundreds of men drooped and died , without seeing a chap- lain's face , and thousands were tumbled into holes and trenches , without Christian burial , * still a faithful few He just taken down the last will and wishes of his beloved ...
... hundreds of men drooped and died , without seeing a chap- lain's face , and thousands were tumbled into holes and trenches , without Christian burial , * still a faithful few He just taken down the last will and wishes of his beloved ...
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... hundred dollars bounty money , a new patent arm that looks just like its mate , an honorable discharge from the army of the United States , and an annual pension of ninety - six dollars for life . Here's a chance for some bonnie lassie ...
... hundred dollars bounty money , a new patent arm that looks just like its mate , an honorable discharge from the army of the United States , and an annual pension of ninety - six dollars for life . Here's a chance for some bonnie lassie ...
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