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Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 to Sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.59 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Alexandria, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 28, 1863 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20.6 cm, Width: 26.5 cm Order a Copy

Writes from the Headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia to his sister, mentioning that he has not heard from his friend Charlie Blackman for over six months. Comments, "the war will end 'sooner or later.' " Tells her that he has received his New York Ledgers. Written on blue stationery with image of a building at the top.

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

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