1862 May 12 Richmond, Va.

Richmond May 12th  1862

Dear Mary

I can not find out, what will
be done with me.  So many are here out
of posts--The Virginia was blown up to
keep her, this day from falling into the
hands of the Yanks--Norfolk may yd
destroyed--All quiet in our Army--All
our friends are well--W. Barr is very
low down --So am I--I think we shall
whip them if they will fight us but I fear
thy will tire us out---Richmond is
full, & it is a difficult matter to get in
or out of the City--try and keep everyone
at home--I wish I could be with you
for I fear the people will starve here--
Kiss the Children & with love to
All I am your Cal


Callender St. George Noland, 1813-1879, had been in charge of the defenses at Mulberry Point

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