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Jump to navigation Jump to search. July 14, 1861 The Sullivan Ballou letter is perhaps the most emotional and memorable letter written by a soldier in the Civil War. My Very Dear Wife: Indications are very strong that we shall move in a few days, perhaps to-morrow. d�ކ��~ηF���)���烏�;[ޞO�I�C7& ��s��P�IBa��v����ڂ>�� endobj Sullivan Ballou Letter Pdf category of Templates You can also download and share resumes sample it. %���� <> <> One week after composing his missive, as the war's first major battle began in earnest on the plains of Manassas, Ballou was struck and killed as the Rhode Islanders advanced from Matthews Hill. Follow the battles and troop movements. 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