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Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 to Stockton Bates

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.23.25 Author/Creator: Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Warrenton, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 October 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.4 cm, Width: 25.3 cm Order a Copy

Lee has started playing "the brilliant game of strategy" with Meade, costing the Rebels 2,000 men. Soldiers have confidence in Meade but are waiting to see how he leads. "We hardly know whom to trust." Lincoln has called for more volunteers.

Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865
Bates, Stockton, fl. 1861-1866

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