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Martindale, T.G. (fl. 1863-) to Mrs. Kellog

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.040 Author/Creator: Martindale, T.G. (fl. 1863-) Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 August 1863 Pagination: 1.5 p. ; 20.5 x 24.7 cm. Order a Copy

A letter informing her of Wesley Kellog's death. He provides a detailed account of how how he was shot and killed.

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