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Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918 to William Grier Maitland

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.10.043 Author/Creator: Maitland, Joseph M., 1836-1918 Place Written: Richmond, Kentucky Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.1 cm, Width: 26.5 cm Order a Copy

Written on "Monday, 25th/62" from a Camp near Richmond Kentucky to his brother. Indicates that a messenger reported that Richmond had been attacked by Rebel calvary, detailing their trip down to assist the troops who were already there. Asks that his letter be addresses to "Co. G, 95th Reg. O.V.I in care of Capt. Hammock, Richmond, Kentucky."

Maitland, Joseph M., 1839-1918
Maitland, William Grier, 1847-1921

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