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Semmes, Paul Jones (1815-1863) to Emily J. Semmes re: deathbed description of Gettysburg, Wheatfield

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06823 Author/Creator: Semmes, Paul Jones (1815-1863) Place Written: Martinsburg, West Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 9 July 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 24.2 x 19 cm. Order a Copy

Also discusses severe injuries that he incurred (written one day prior to his death).

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