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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01014.181 Author/Creator: Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Montgomery, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: May 14, 1865 Pagination: 4 p. + env. ; 13.5 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

They received notice that all the Rebels East of the Mississippi have laid down their arms. Even though the fighting is over it might take a while to get out of the service.

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

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