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22 June 1863

Elliott, D., fl. 1863

Autograph letter signed

Title: to his parents

Discusses the battle of Port Hudson: "Our works [19 gun battery] are 330 yards from the rebel's principal works." Writes of their improved situation: "A week ago I gave up hope, now I'm sanguine of the result." Written on the back of a blank Confederate imprint to purchase government lands.

GLC06383

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