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Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 to Mary Epperly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.003 Author/Creator: Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 April 1862 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 21.2 cm, Width: 13.5 cm Order a Copy

Writes to his wife from Camp Windsor. He complains about not receiving any letters from home and about a sore throat. Discusses prayer and religion in camp.

Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904

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