Friday, May 11, 2012

1862 May 12

May 12th 1862
My Dear Phil  [Philip Barraud Cabell]

I send up this evening
for the horse, enclosed you find a cheque
for the amount--Please when the ser
vant starts back on Wednesday give him
a fresh pass to Richmond and say upon
it for what purpose and for whom he
is carrying the horse; I understand the
patrol is properly enough very strict
now; I think he had best come down the
first day as far as Genl. Cockes' then
to Dr Harris' at Goochland C.H., then
here--If I am mistaken in dividing
the distance off equally I should be
glad if you can suggest to him any
better division--I trust you are all well
these awful times--The circle of fire
is apparently approaching nearer
and nearer to us and we shall no
doubt hear he roar of the great battle
distinctly it will not be over twenty miles
from here and may take place any
day now--I am confident that Genl.
Johnston has them however  and that

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our victory will be complete--I am
afraid we shall not be able with our
own company to take any part in
the actual defense of Rd. as it will
be impossible for us to take the field
in less than three weeks--Richard
came in most unexpectedly this morn-
ing and gave us accounts of the
late fighting--he is very well and in
fine spirits; he says it was awfully
hot work last Monday--he joins us
in best love to you and Miss Pink
The little baby is right well again
and is getting very sprightly indeed,
playful as can be--Jennie
will add a note to her sister to whom
give my love, and believe me
ever yours affectionately
A.Q. Holladay

Alexander Q. Holladay, Sr. 1st Lieutenant, 12 Battalion. Virginia Light Artillery



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