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Lewis Crater diary, 1864-1898

Diary Page 181

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181 be sent to Battery #9 in case of an attack. The men have their guns loaded and everything is ready to give them a warm reception. Tuesday 7th There was very heavy fighting on the left of us, but no attack was made in our front. Rained and hailed. Detailed for Picket duty tonight and tomorrow. Wednesday 8th The Artillery of both sides amused themselves for a considerable time, last night and today, by throwing throwing shells at each other.
 
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