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31 July 1863

Chesnut, James, Jr., 1815-1885

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Jefferson Davis

Colonel Chesnut writes to Confederate President Jefferson Davis, requesting a leave of absence so that he may visit home. Written on Confederate States of America Executive Department stationery.

GLC02469.03

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