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Tillotson, George W., 1830-1918 To his wife

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04558.143 Author/Creator: Tillotson, George W., 1830-1918 Place Written: near Petersburg, [Virginia] Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 June 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 22.5 x 14.5 cm. Order a Copy

Written in pencil. Camped less than a mile from the front. Observes that shells are more dangerous in the rear than at the front. Discusses events of past few days; wishes his foot had been wounded so he could get a furlough.

Tillotson, George W., 1830-1918

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