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Patrick, Marsena R., 1811-1888 to S. N. Burt re: investigating and commissioning soldiers

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02465.18 Author/Creator: Patrick, Marsena R., 1811-1888 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1861/12/17 Pagination: 1 p. Order a Copy

Regarding a case of fraud practiced on two officers, and querying re seniority of two captains. "Onderdonk has raised the Squadron...to a very efficient state, working as it for the last 5 months steadily...."

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