Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 [Lincoln endorsement on a letter from Samuel Holloway]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04484 Author/Creator: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph endorsement signed Date: 19 September 1864 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; Height: 32.1 cm, Width: 20.2 cm Order a Copy
Letter written by Samuel Holloway to Abraham Lincoln requesting release of his son George W. Holloway, a prisoner of war. States that his son was induced to join the Confederate Army without his knowledge. He is now in the hospital and will not recover unless released. Conveys that his son repents his mistake and is ready to swear allegiance to the Union. Begs Lincoln to save his boy's life, offers to pay bond money, and also offers to be taken as a hostage in his son's place. Certification on third page dated 20 September 1864 states that George W. Holloway is between 16 and 17 years old. Lincoln's endorsement dated 20 September 1864, on the fourth page states, "Let this boy take the Oath of Dec. 8. 1863. and be discharged."
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