Justus G. Matteson, a private in L Company, 10th regiment, wrote home to his future wife about some of his experiences. These letters can be read by clicking on the dates in the table below.
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Letters from Justus- |
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| Date of Letter | Engagement |
| July 10, 1863 | Brandy Station, Middleburg, Upperville |
| Dec. 3, 1863 | Bristoe Campaign (Sulphur Springs) |
| May 22, 1864 | Sheridan's Richmond Raid |
| June 27, 1864 | Trevelian Raid |
| Aug. 30, 1864 | Reams Station, Weldon Railroad |
| Nov. 4, 1864 | Siege at Petersburg |
| Dec. 4, 1864 | Stoney Creek |
| March 28, 1865 | Ft. Stedman |
| May 25, 1865 | After Lee's Surrender |
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