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Abert, William S., fl. 1861 to Col. Tophen

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02745.038 Author/Creator: Abert, William S., fl. 1861 Place Written: Rockville, MD Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 June 1861 Pagination: 1 p. ; 21.2 x 24 cm. Order a Copy

They wish him to be prepared to reinforce the guard.

Fellows, Enoch Q., fl. 1843-1918

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