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Figures, Henry S. (fl. 1861 -1864) to My Dear Sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.01.07 Author/Creator: Figures, Henry S. (fl. 1861 -1864) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 February 1862 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 17.5 cm. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Hattie Figures from Henry S. Figures dated Camp Ala., February 19, 1862. Mentions that he requested shoes and $25.

Figures, Henry Stokes, 1844-1864
Figures, Hattie E., fl. 1861-1863

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