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Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863 to Brother H. (Henry)

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02172.62 Author/Creator: Porter, Charles B., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Newport News, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 27, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 13.3 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

He encourages his brother not to miss out on opportunities like getting an education while he is young.

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