25 May 1865
Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865
Autograph letter signed
Title: to ones at home
He calls the Confederate cause "desperate." He refers to his country as a "a precious jewel." As he writes a loud explosion is heard.
GLC02173.42
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