William P. Allcot, Camp Tennallytown, Washington, D.C., to "Ma & Pa", his parents, Thomas and Clarissa, New York, New York, 1862 January 2

Abstract

Received letter from parents; describes his love of country, and his favorable situation within his unit; his intention to have his friend John Hall receive a portion of his pay every two months; and of his intention to visit home; tells of the gold watch given him by his unit. (62nd Anderson Zouaves.) Including autographed letter signed from William P. Allcot, to his sister, Ann Louisa, concerning his intention to come home and tell her of Washington, D.C.; he wishes happiness for the family; relates how he had eaten his first chicken since leaving New York. 2 pages. Autographed letter signed.