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May 15, 1862

Hollet, John, fl. 1862

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Mary Hollett

Written by Hollett, a member of the 75th Ohio, to his sister Mary. Written in pencil on patriotic stationery with "Secession Web" envelope, and note on small piece of paper. Discusses fighting in West Virginia. Letter does not list the location from which it was written, but a note on the envelope suggests it might be New Creek Station, Virginia, or present-day Keyser, West Virginia.

GLC00434.03

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