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Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 to Elvira Winegar

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01014.175 Author/Creator: Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Mobile, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: March 29, 1865 Pagination: 3 p. + env. ; 13.5 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

They have been fighting for three days. They have the Rebels surrounded on all sides except the bay. They have been building fortifications. Many have been wounded but few have been killed.

Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865
Winegar, Elvira, fl. 1862-1865

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