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Chasseand, A. B., fl. 1873 to Professor James Strong

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00687.085 Author/Creator: Chasseand, A. B., fl. 1873 Place Written: Brooklyn, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: November 25, 1873 Pagination: 7 p. : Height: 20.1 cm, Width: 25.1 cm Order a Copy

He heard about Strong's planned expedition, and will be in northeastern Egypt at the same time. He warns Strong about the problem of native guides in the area. He offers to act as guide and make arrangements for the group.

Powell, George May, 1835-1905
Strong, James, fl. 1873
Chasseand, A. B., fl. 1873

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