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Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02172.61 Author/Creator: Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Newport News, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 25, 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 13.3 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

He mentions that he was mistaken in his opinion that McCllelen could command the Potomac army. His actions have proved otherwise. He requests dried fruit, butter and cheese.

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