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Alden, William H., 1844-? to Mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02831.12 Author/Creator: Alden, William H., 1844-? Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 December 1863 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 19.3 cm, Width: 24.2 cm Order a Copy

They are now in the capital of Dakotah Territoty. He received a letter from E.M.S who says he is expecting a battle every day. The officers are sending for their wives.

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
Alden, William H., 1844-1918

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