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Bartlett, George O., fl. 1862-1865 to Ira Andrews

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02158.13 Author/Creator: Bartlett, George O., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Fredericksburg, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 May 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 12.5 cm Order a Copy

He declares that his unit has taken the Confederate strong hold at Fredericksburg. The letter explains what the major commanding officers like General Joseph Hooker and Major General J. Sedgwick are doing. Written in pencil.

Bartlett, George O., fl. 1862-1865

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