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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.11.32 Author/Creator: Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: July 4, 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 27 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

Laurens W. Wolcott writes that the weather has been warm and apples are growing. Lately, he has been learning how to cook. He writes that they are camped in a pleasant place. Letter written in Camp Montgomery.

Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865

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