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Letters From Henry at Fort Niagara Describe Camp Life
Henry J. Smith writes from Fort Niagara about meals, early rising, pay, and camp routines. He notes strict schedules, training drills, bayonet practice, and hopes for a commission, while describing friendships, small comforts, and the sense of wartime anticipation. He mentions potential moves to Syracuse or Fort Myer, and greets friends back home.
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Henry J. Smith
Fort Niagara
Pop
Uecker
Youngstown
Carsare
Robby
Storm
Geo. A. K
Geo. F. R
Philly
Syracuse
N. Y
Field Artillery
Fort Myer
Washington
Thoreness
Jess
Ron
France
H. J. Smith
Geo. Otto
E. M. Neely