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Albert (fl. 1862-) to Sister Sophia

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07205.041 Author/Creator: Albert (fl. 1862-) Place Written: Warrenton Junction, VA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 April 1862 Pagination: 9 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

He describes the dead from the Battle of Bull Run. The bodies are spread out in deplorable condition and in many cases their bones are thrown carelessly over the ground. He also talks abotu the gorilla bands

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