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Brown, Jesse, 1844-1933 to Emily Brown

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.15.07 Author/Creator: Brown, Jesse, 1844-1933 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 May 1864 Pagination: 2 p. ; 17.8 x 11.3 cm. Order a Copy

He recounts the various notes and items he has sent recently, including a pipe for Jed. Their march slowly progresses, but "be of good cheer at home and we will try to do the best we can in the field." Includes a photo of Aggness's daughter (not included here). Written from the 5th Maine Battery.

Brown, Jesse, 1844-1933

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