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Hannery, John F., fl. 1863 to a friend

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00434.05 Author/Creator: Hannery, John F., fl. 1863 Place Written: Millikens Bend, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: April 22, 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 32 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses the Vicksburg campaign, the assault on Fort Pemberton, and burials. Also mentions the fleet running past Vicksburg.

Hannery, John F., fl. 1863

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