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Moore, John, 1826-1907 to Mary Moore Kelly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04195.09 Author/Creator: Moore, John, 1826-1907 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 April 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20 cm, Width: 24.7 cm Order a Copy

Lincoln and his wife arrived and presided over a grand review of the troops. He comments on the case of Gen. McClellan. They believe the rebels are significantly fortified across the river and hope to cross soon. Written at the headquarters of the 5th Corps. "Abe looks careworn. No wonder. He has a large contract on hand."

Moore, John, 1826-1907
Kelly, Mary Moore, 1819-1899

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