Our camp is on a rise of ground on the south side of the river. There is a good spring of water close by and wood not far away. I have good quarters. My duty is light yet. We are to guard the road and bridge from cavalry and guerilla raids and to do picket duty.
Guerillas are in abundance here.
I keep very well and I think I will enjoy myself here. I hope to hear from you soon. Remember me to friends. I am ever, Your affectionate husband, R. Cruikshank.