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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.026 Author/Creator: Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 Place Written: Orange County, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 August 1862 Pagination: 2 p. Order a Copy

Writes from North Ames Creek that he wants to hire a substitute. Says he believes the army must accept a substitute, if one can be found. Mentions the Yankees are heading toward Manassas, Virginia.

Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904

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