Damuth, Dolphus, fl. 1839-1913 to Maria Damuth
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.14.50 Author/Creator: Damuth, Dolphus, fl. 1839-1913 Place Written: Berwick City, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 March 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 14 cm, Width: 23 cm Order a Copy
Writes to his sister from Berwick City. Damuth wants to stay in the army once his three years are up, despite the fact that his father has expressed displeasure at the proposition. Sends some camp news.
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