Hollingsworth, William T. (fl. 1861-1862) to James H. Hollingsworth
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.20.08 Author/Creator: Hollingsworth, William T. (fl. 1861-1862) Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 June 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 24.5 x 19.7 cm. Order a Copy
Writes to his brother from Bridgewater Farm, approximately five miles from Richmond, Virginia. Provides a detailed account of the Seven Pines battle fought "May 31st until 7th 1862". The Battle of Seven Pines, also known as Fair Oaks, took place 31 May - 1 June 1862, in Henrico County, Virginia. Envelope includes a green five cent postage stamp. Draft transcript is available.
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