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Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868 to father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02180.09 Author/Creator: Morse, George F., fl. 1864-1868 Place Written: Bronx, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 November 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 21 cm, Width: 13.4 cm Order a Copy

a visit from his mother, the request of writing paper and envelopes, report of conversation with Confederate soldier who, after being taken prisoner at Vicksburg, joined the Union Army; also includes a brief reply to his sister's letter. Written on Hart Island

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