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Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) to Mary

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.028 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Murfreesboro, TN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 May 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

He is glad the only time he has gotten sick was when he had jaundice last winter. He describes a chase between the Rebels and some of the men in the company. There 8 of them and 20 Rebels. They were cornered at one point and decided to take them on even though they were outnumbered. Miraculously the Rebels decided to let them go.

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