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19 May 1863

Nesbit, William H.H., fl. 1865

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Sarah Ogden

Writes he has not gotten a response to any of the letters he wrote to Howard Hager, and he would appreciate Mrs. Ogden's suggesting that Hager respond to them. He has been through the past few battles and has come out safely. Comments that if he gets wounded, he plans on getting back into "Old Broad and Cherry." He concludes by giving his thanks and respects to all. Includes an embossed seal in the upper left hand corner.

GLC06559.071

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