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Coit, George O., fl. 1863 to his mother and sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03603.208 Author/Creator: Coit, George O., fl. 1863 Place Written: Baltimore, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 March 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : Order a Copy

Writes of witnessing the orders for the Regiment to prepare to leave camp and the subsequent breakdown of the camp. He and Charles were both very regretful at having to part but decided it would be best. George is planning on stopping in Washington and New York on his way back.

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

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