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Kelly, James R., fl. 1861-1862 to Mary Kelly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04197.13 Author/Creator: Kelly, James R., fl. 1861-1862 Place Written: Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1862/01/21 Pagination: 5 p. : envelope. Order a Copy

He believes he is entitled to be major because he has the oldest commission in the regiment. Also discusses the weather. [Continued 1/22/1862] Mentions Union General Lander.

Kelly, James R., 1839-1862

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