Camp 92nd O.V.I.
Richmond, Va.
May 8, 1865
My dear Parents:
Well “on to Richmond” has been the cry ever since the 7th of May, 1864– the day Sherman’s army moved against Johnson from Ringgold in northern Ga. and on the 7th day – just one year of May 1865 Sherman’s army marched into & through Richmond and in and around Richmond is now a reality, although we were not the first troops in Blue to enter the Reb capitol, yet we think we have done our part toward its capture. Sherman’s army left Raleigh, N.C. on the 30th of Apr. and arrived here May 7th a distance of 184 miles – average of 23 miles per day. 14th Corps had longest route yet were the first to enter the city. We are to be reviewed here tomorrow and then soon march on to Washington City – there to be again reviewed and soon be discharged or sent to our respective grand review of Sherman’s army at Washington!! I am very well, boys from Athens all right. Matt & Frank are well, weather very warm. Much love to all.
Affectionately your son
David Putnam
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