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Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869 to Mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00066.116 Author/Creator: Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869 Place Written: Alton, Illinois Type: Autograph letter signed Date: April 11, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 19.8 cm Order a Copy

Charles Pearce discusses his belief that the war will end before that fall. He mentions a clash between a sergeant and local rebel. He also includes an autograph note signed by "Susan."

Pearce, Charles, fl. 1863-1869
Pearce, Priscilla, fl. 1861-1868

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