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Worcester, John H., 1839-1863 [John H. Worcester describing the situation in Florida]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03974.10 Author/Creator: Worcester, John H., 1839-1863 Place Written: St. Augustine, Florida Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 February 1863 Pagination: Order a Copy

The letter talks about patriotism, how much the Confederates know about why they are fighting, and tense discussions over the potential execution of a general.

Worcester, John H., 1839-1863

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