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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03603.283 Author/Creator: Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 May 1864 Pagination: 4 p. Order a Copy

Writes that he feels as if the Brigader has forgotten the regiment and makes a comparison between officers with military educations to those who lack them. Tells about an attack two days before. Describes the temporary staffing changes due to the losses during battle. Also writes about the damage to the railroad lines being repaired.

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

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