1862 antique CIVIL WAR PATRIOTIC LETTER roundhead oh MARY M IRWIN For Sale

1862 antique CIVIL WAR PATRIOTIC LETTER roundhead oh MARY M IRWIN
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Offered here is an original January 17, 1862 Civil War patriotic illustrated letter with its original addressed cover to Miss Mary M. Irwin of Roundhead, Hardin County, Ohio. The letter measures approximately typical folded soldier stationery size (about 8 x 10 inches unfolded, estimated from format) and features a bold engraved patriotic vignette at top reading “OUR BANNER OF GLORY IS WAVING ON HIGH,” depicting Columbia/Liberty seated with American flag and shield.

The four-page handwritten letter discusses winter quarters, new clothing issued, illness in camp, and what the writer calls a “big show” across the river in which he claims heavy Confederate (“Secesh”) casualties. He notes ten thousand Secesh dead and nine or ten thousand Union losses (typical camp rumor exaggeration), mentions Thomas Irwin of the 13th Regiment being dead, and describes camp rations including coffee, sugar, fresh beef, pork, and crackers. The tone is personal, informative, and reflective of early 1862 Western Theater campaigning.

The cover is neatly addressed in ink:

Miss Mary M. Irwin
Roundhead
Hardin County
Ohio

Condition: Complete letter with patriotic printed letterhead. Normal age toning, fold separations, scattered staining, edge wear to cover including clipped corner. Ink strong and legible. No major losses to text. Please examine photos carefully.

Civil War patriotic illustrated stationery is highly collectible, especially when:
• Fully written
• Dated early war (1861–62)
• Includes battle discussion
• Retains original cover
• Named individuals & identifiable Ohio recipient

An excellent displayable and research-worthy example.

Authentic period piece related to family, historyor local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.Vintage or Antique.

CONDITION: Wear as shown. See listing description and photos.











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