Breckinridge, John C. (John Cabell), 1821-1875 to William T. Avery
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00713 Author/Creator: Breckinridge, John C. (John Cabell), 1821-1875 Place Written: Knoxville, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: October 6, 1862 Pagination: 1 p. ; 29 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy
Confederate General Breckinridge discusses a possible position on his staff for Avery, which would have to be as a voluntary aide. Congratulates on his freedom "from Yankee bondage" and his hopes to meet Avery "often in the progress of our great and just struggle."
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