Blair, Francis Preston, Jr., 1821-1875 to Francis P. Blair
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03209.06 Author/Creator: Blair, Francis Preston, Jr., 1821-1875 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 December 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope : free frank Height: 21 cm, Width: 12.8 cm Order a Copy
Informs his father that he is leaving for Helena tonight to meet up with his command. Discusses the disposition of his property in case he is killed in battle. Provides for his wife and children. States, "I do not look forward with any despondency or apprehension but simply suggest what I think will not be disagreeable to you & will be some consolation to me."
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