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Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865 to Parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.09 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Smiths Division Hospital Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 02 July 1863 Pagination: 1.5 p. ; 20.5 x 25.5 cm. Order a Copy

He is writing from the hospital where there are over 200 patients. He has heard the hospital may be moved. He mentions Rebel Johnson and how he doesn't think they can catch him after the fall of Vicksburg.

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