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Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 to Amanda Wilkinson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.13.092 Author/Creator: Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 April 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope Height: 18.1 cm, Width: 13.8 cm Order a Copy

Written at the camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry. Sends his wife some portraits. He writes that the regiment expects to move soon. Writes that he is not feeling well but he is not so sick that he cannot report for duty. He has still not been paid or received his commission. Gives his love to their baby and their family and friends at home.

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

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