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Painter, Heber, 1841-1900 to sister Kate

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02016.073 Author/Creator: Painter, Heber, 1841-1900 Place Written: In the field, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 6, 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Writes that he is quartering with Captain Collins and is honored to do so. Is happy to hear that his sister has become a Christian. Mentions that the Southern Commissioners met with President Lincoln. He has been given command of the company while Lieut. Birmingham is on a leave of absence.

Painter, Heber, 1841-1900
Painter, Catherine, fl. 1844-1870

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