Henry, George P., fl. 1846 to Angeline Henry
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.07.33 Author/Creator: Henry, George P., fl. 1846 Place Written: Fredericksburg, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 5 January 1865 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope ; 21 x 24.7 cm. Order a Copy
Henry writes to his sister from the hospital in Fredericksburg. Comments on a possible transfer and his hope to spend the winter in Vermont. Mentions the draft, but feels he is exempt now. Refers to a dream he had about a neighbor whose grave he dug. Letter has "U.S. Christian Commission" logo.
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