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Diary of Orrin Brown—May 3, 1865

Diary of Orrin Brown, Off Jersey City, New Jersey Wednesday–May 3rd When I first got up this morning I could not see land in any direction but we came in sight of Burgham Poart Light House at 7 AM and … Continue reading

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Diary of Orrin Brown—March 25, 1865

Diary of Orrin Brown—Goldsboro, North Carolina Saturday–Mar. 25th The day has been cool but clear. I had another bad spell today and I feel very miserable. The mail went out at 2.30 PM but I could not write any. On … Continue reading

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