1864 (Jul. 25) From Gun Boat Louisiana in Pamlico Sound, N.C., original datelined letter from Hiram Parker to his father in Pottsville Pa., Parker enlisted in 1861 as one of the "First Defenders" and was assigned to the 25th Pennsylvania Vol. Inf. Regiment, he subsequently transferred to the U.S. Navy where he served aboard the Union Blockade ship USS Louisiana, he then transferred out of the Navy and into the 202nd Pa. Inf. regiment, the letter provides some interesting insights into life aboard a U.S. blockade ship on patrol along the southeastern coastline, accompanied by cover with 1861, 3¢ rose tied by New York duplex, faulty, Fine. Estimate  $100 - 150. $0 (Image)