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Alden, William H., 1844-? to Mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02831.51 Author/Creator: Alden, William H., 1844-? Place Written: Crow Creek Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 July 1865 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 12.5 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

He thinks he will be in Crow Creek for about 2 months before he might be able to start home. He says to give his love to everyone.

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

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