Fredericksburg, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
1862
Each leaf represents one thousand soldiers who died between December 13-15th in the battle of Fredericksburg.
Dear Madam,
I have been shown in the files of the War Department that you are the mother of five sons who have died gloriously on the field of battle I feel and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from showing you the consolation that may be found in thanks of the republic they died to save. I pray [...] leave you only this cherished memory of those loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.
Yours very sincerely and respectfully,
A. Lincoln
Erected by Mirinda Reynolds.
Topics. This memorial is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. A significant historical date for this entry is December 13, 1862.
Location. 38° 18.208′ N, 77° 27.489′ W. Marker is in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Memorial is on Sophia Street just north of George Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 909 Sophia St, Fredericksburg VA 22401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Stone Warehouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Johnny P. Johnson
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2. Close up of the text of the letter on the mural
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