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Henry, George P., fl. 1846 to Angeline Henry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.07.29 Author/Creator: Henry, George P., fl. 1846 Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: circa 25 July 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 19.8 cm, Width: 25 cm Order a Copy

Henry writes to his sister from a fort in Virginia. Name of fort is illegible. Expresses concern about his father's sprained ankle. States that he does expect to get paid soon. Comments that he does very little guard duty. Reports the weather is good and rations are plentiful. Date on envelope is 25 July.

Henry, George P., 1846-?
Henry, Angeline, 1843-?

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