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Henry, Josiah E., 1840-? to George and Sophia Henry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.07.10 Author/Creator: Henry, Josiah E., 1840-? Place Written: Hampton, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 March 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 19.9 x 24.2 cm. Order a Copy

Henry writes to his mother and brother from Fortress Monroe. Reports on many miles of marching. States they encountered rebel fire. Says that the peach trees are in bloom and the weather is hot. Comments he lost most of his belongings on a forced march. Expects to be in Richmond soon.

Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?
Henry, George P., 1846-?
Henry, Sophia, 1813-?

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