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Pendleton, Alexander S., 1840-1864 to Anzolette Pendleton

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03075.04 Author/Creator: Pendleton, Alexander S., 1840-1864 Place Written: Morton Hall, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 December 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.4 cm, Width: 12.8 cm Order a Copy

Writes to his mother discussing military matters. Speaks about General Lee's success in checking Union General Meade's planned offensive in northern Virginia, relates widespread Union destruction of Southern property, and notes that he and most others believe that General Early is a better commander than General Ewell. Also discusses his new clothing. Partially cross-written on page one.

Pendleton, Alexander Swift, 1840-1864
Pendleton, Anzolette Elizabeth Page, 1807-1884

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