Cook, Gustave, 1835-1897 to Eliza Cook
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02570.01 Author/Creator: Cook, Gustave, 1835-1897 Place Written: New Orleans, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 January 1861 Pagination: 2 p. Order a Copy
Cook has just arrived in New Orleans and is excited to be involved in the war. Probably doesn't realize the gravity of the nation's situation when he writes, "I think it probable that I shall be back by the 10th of February but am not sure of it." Tells Eliza not to worry herself about his return.
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