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Ross, John, 1790-1866 to Abraham Lincoln

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01233.02 Author/Creator: Ross, John, 1790-1866 Place Written: Lawrenceville, New Jersey Type: Autograph letter signed Date: September 16, 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Abraham Lincoln from John Ross dated September 16, 1862. Pertains to a visit with the Cherokee Nation. Mentions how they would like to establish a relationship with the United States.

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
Ross, John, 1790-1866

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