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Scurry, John G., fl. 1861-1871 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03957.46 Author/Creator: Scurry, John G., fl. 1861-1871 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: November 7, 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : Order a Copy

One letter from John G. Scurry addressed to his father dated Chester, November 17, 1864. Mentions conscription.

Scurry, John G., fl. 1861-1871

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