Thompson, Wilmot, fl. 1864-1901 to my dear wife
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02740.43 Author/Creator: Thompson, Wilmot, fl. 1864-1901 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 23 May 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 12.7 cm, Width: 20.6 cm Order a Copy
He describes Washington as a handsome city, but not as nice as Richmond. He apologizes for not having written lately. He assures her he has remained true to her since he has been there and always will be.
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