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Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 to his family

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03603.019 Author/Creator: Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 Place Written: Jamaica, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 October 1861 Pagination: 2 p. : Order a Copy

Describes the presentation of the state banner by the Sons of Connecticut as "mushy." Also writes about coming to enjoy participating in the Dress Parades. Written from Camp Buckingham.

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

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