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Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 to his sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02161.047 Author/Creator: Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 Place Written: Harrison's Landing, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 August 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 20 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy

He is afraid he raised her hopes by talking of Will's probable release. Meanwhile, Capt. Albergen is trying to see if he can get him a furlough. He encloses a sketch of his quarters, not included here.

Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902

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