Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865 to Father, Mother, Brother, Sister
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.20 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: New Iberia, LA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 November 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20 x 31 cm. Order a Copy
The Rebels acknowledged a loss of 200 men while their side did not lose more than 20, but many were captured and wounded. He gives suggestions for boots and an overcoat he wants made for him.
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