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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.059 Author/Creator: Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 Place Written: Knoxville, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 July 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : Order a Copy

Reports that the Yankees have possession of Vicksburg, Mississippi. Believes that his unit may be ordered back to Virginia.

Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904

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