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Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 to Emily Ward re: lock of hair and thanks for wishes (with hair)

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02793.020 Author/Creator: Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1836/12/24 Pagination: 2 p. : free frank ; Height: 25 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Written as President. Emily Ward was the daughter of General Ward.

Jackson, Andrew, 1767-1845

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