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Wright, Sereno A., fl. 1862-1863 to Mother and Sister Elmira

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02751.27 Author/Creator: Wright, Sereno A., fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 March 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 27.7 cm Order a Copy

Gunboats and troops are now operating against Port Hudson. Everyday he is gaining strength but his blood is now out of order and he caught lice while in the hospital. He refers to Newell as one of his best earthly friends.

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