This letter regards Dadswell requesting some food from home, because the rations are short, very little pork for six months, and the beef gives him diarrhea. He also mentions that he needs butter and postage stamps, and that sutler prices are very expensive.

This letter regards Dadswell complaining about the lack of letters from home. He also mentions that he has received no pay for four months, the colonel of the regiment has resigned, and that he needs a good pair of boots made at home and sent to him.

This letter regards Dadswell complaining about the lack of letters from home. He also mentions that they have marching orders to go go Vicksburg, and that he has no stamps or money.

This letter regards Dadswell saying that he sent some items home, but hasn't heard if they arrived. He also mentions being weak and nervous, and that he thinks they are moving to the front.

This letter regards Dadswell hoping to be sent to Washington, D.C. soon.

This letter regards Dadswell saying that he is in the hospital and gaining in strength. He also mentions that about thirty men were lost on a long, cold wet march, and that he has been promised a furlough around New Years.

This letter regards Dadswell saying that he will not get a furlough, but those who re-enlist are to be given such. He also mentions that he wants a plaster for his back and a bottle of pain killer.

This letter regards Dadswell saying that he is in good health and has gained weight. He also mentions that he sent a diary home.

This letter regards Dadswell saying that he is suffering from dysentery, and that it will delay his start for home.

This letter regards Dadswell saying that most of the sick soldiers who die have suffered from chronic diarrhea. He also mentions that his unit is manning strong breast works in clear sigh of Petersburg.