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Dear Carter,
I have suffered a terrible defeat at Sharpsburg. It has stopped my invasion of the north and squandered any opportunity we had to gain foreign support. I was pushing into Maryland and wreaking havoc but McClellan found my battle plans wrapped around a cigar box and moved to intercept me. I took up a defensive position at Sharpsburg which was dangerous because it had only one escape route. It was the single bloodiest day due to McClellan's inability to follow up on his attacks and use his full army, and we were able to escape back across the Potomac. As always, take care of Mary and good luck.
Your Brother,
Robert
I have suffered a terrible defeat at Sharpsburg. It has stopped my invasion of the north and squandered any opportunity we had to gain foreign support. I was pushing into Maryland and wreaking havoc but McClellan found my battle plans wrapped around a cigar box and moved to intercept me. I took up a defensive position at Sharpsburg which was dangerous because it had only one escape route. It was the single bloodiest day due to McClellan's inability to follow up on his attacks and use his full army, and we were able to escape back across the Potomac. As always, take care of Mary and good luck.
Your Brother,
Robert
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