In this letter dated September 11th, 1862, the author, William W. Knight, writes to his wife, Mary, from their camp near Savannah. He expresses concern over the prevalence of sickness and death in their neighborhood. The camp itself has been hit by sickness, with numerous soldiers falling ill. The author reports that forty-eight soldiers in their company are sick. The author discusses land clearing and farming plans with Mary, indicating preferences for the placement of fences and expressing hopes for productive crop growth. He advises Dick, possibly another family member or a farm worker, to take on only what he can manage effectively and not to overextend himself. He requests pencil points and mentions intentions to acquire a stove and other items from the city. The author inquires about the quality of their potatoes and expresses interest in having some if they turn out well. Overall, the letter reflects concerns about health, farming, and daily life during the Civil War era.

Knight, William W., Letter to Mary Knight. September 11, 1862. William Knight Letters, Box 1, Folder 2, Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections. 1 pdf document and scans, 2 pages. Includes transcript.