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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.067 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Chattanooga, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 27, 1864 Pagination: 3.5 p. : Height: 13.5 cm, Width: 21.5 cm Order a Copy

He talks about the music they practice playing in camp to keep busy during down times. Some of the boys play cards, while he prefers to read.

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