Camp near Falmouth Va

March 1863 

Much esteemed Aunt, 

Again I am seated for the purpose of performing the pleasant duty of writing to one who seems like a fond kind parent and to whom my thought are often directed.

Spring is upon us here and to one like myself who has been confined and their means of exercise limited this lovely weather and the golden orb of brightness as it shines clear and beautiful seems truly delightful. My health now is much better although I'm not very strong yet. I have tried to duty once for several days but finding I was not able I had to go to the Doctor again and my name is now sent in on the daily sick report but I am living in hopes that I shall soon be better than I now am and able again to report for duty and to do it with ease as before this accident occured. I suppose we shall soon move from here and again we may meet the enemy and God grant that this war may be speedily ended and our country and its inhabitants once more restored to peacefulness and the priveleges we enjoyed. My dear Aunt, please write me as soon as convenient. Give my love to Uncle R and Cousins and all enquiring friends. I feel that I am writing a short poor letter but hope you will excuse me for this time. Accept my true respect and esteem while I remain as ever your loving Nephew, 

A. C. Woods 

Co. E 62nd Regt N.Y.S.Vols. Washington D.C. 

P.S. I received a good long letter from Grandfather also one from Aunt Lucy a short time since they are all well now. Adieu. 

A. C. W. 

Letters of Alfred Covell Woods. 

Contributed by J. Tierney