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Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865) to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.13 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Vicksburg, MS Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 August 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.5 x 25.5 cm. Order a Copy

It is reported that they are going to New Orleans next. One of his fellow soldiers accidentally drowned himself the other day when he went down to the river to swim.

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