Uncategorized Rare Walt Whitman letter, written for a dying soldier, found in National Archives – The Washington Post Posted on March 14, 2016 by johnbarleycorn12 An illiterate Yankee private had the American poet compose a poignant note to his wife. Source: Rare Walt Whitman letter, written for a dying soldier, found in National Archives – The Washington Post Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Like Loading...