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Blenker, Louis, 1812-1863 to unknown [in German]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02458.03 Author/Creator: Blenker, Louis, 1812-1863 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 January 1862 Pagination: 2 p. ; 23.5 x 19 cm. + 1 engraving ; b&w ; 23.6 x 15.3 cm. Order a Copy

Writing in German, Blenker gives orders for the care of a Count Ingleheim. On verso there is an autograph note signed in English of medical supplies furnished on board a vessel for Count Ingleheim written by John G. T. Holston. One bust engraving of Blenker included as collateral.

Blenker, Louis, 1812-1863

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