I Remain

The letter is part of the Stuckey-Nunn collection of Civil War correspondence between Union soldiers (Joseph D. Richardson and Francis Rupert) and their families, as well as one letter from a Confederate soldier, William T. Bickham to his cousin; see additional letters from Francis Rupert in the collection.

Rupert states that he is writing for the first time since he was taken prisoner. He made a "bone ring" while in prison in Richmond which he is sending along, but states that he cannot provide any particulars about the rebels as he didn't interact with them much. Richmond itself seemed nice. He speculates about pay and furlough and thanks her for sending a comb which he could have used in Richmond where he reports there wasn't much to eat. Rupert says he has not seen Lloyd since he's returned, and promises to send $30 home soon.