Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 to Mary "Mollie" McLean
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02161.127 Author/Creator: Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 May 1864 Pagination: 1 p. ; 24.8 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy
Written "in the field." The "Johnnies" have been skirmishing with their infantry and artillery. They have a strong position. They have three regiments of colored troops but they have not been let in yet.
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