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Stewart, J.A., fl. 1864 to Andrew Johnson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02691.11.067 Author/Creator: Stewart, J.A., fl. 1864 Place Written: Rome, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 August 1864 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 24.8 cm, Width: 19.7 cm Order a Copy

Miller has been taken captive by the Union authorities. Stewart is writing to Johnson so as to bring the man and his circumstance to Johnson's attention, testifying to Miller's accomplishments and strong character.

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