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Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865 to Sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.11.24 Author/Creator: Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: August 24, 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 27 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

In the letter, Laurens W. Wolcott talks about mutual friends and acquaintances. He is glad Robert did not enlist because he would not have liked a soldier's life all. He also notes that the chaplain returned. Letter written in Camp Montgomery.

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

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