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A Soldier's Letter Home from Fort Marcy
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About this sound
Private Keller Bobb writes to his family from Fort Marcy, September 2, 1862. Bobb describes his experiences with his volunteer regiment including details of picket duty, his officers, and daily life. Narrated by Brandon Bies.
Why parks record sound
The NPS Natural Sounds and Night Skies Division monitors soundscapes in parks across the United States. Natural quiet is treated as a resource to protect, like clean air or dark skies: noise from aircraft, vehicles and machinery can mask animal communication and change the experience of a place.
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Sources & credits
- A Soldier's Letter Home from Fort Marcy by US National Park Service – Public domain