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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.07.34 Author/Creator: Henry, Josiah E., 1840-? Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 March 1865 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Height: 22 cm, Width: 25.6 cm Order a Copy

Henry writes to his parents from Richmond. Reports that Richmond was taken with very few injuries to his company. Advises them to sell one pair of cattle before the price drops. Inquires about the location of brother George.

Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?
Henry, Sophia, 1813-?
Henry, John, 1806-?

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