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Gifford, Haviland (fl. 1863) Dear Father [Allen Gifford]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04560.04 Author/Creator: Gifford, Haviland (fl. 1863) Place Written: Headquarters of the Army of the Potomac Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 10 September 1863 Pagination: 7p. : envelope ; 24.5 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy

This letter contains a long analysis of how to take Richmond. Gifford also discusses Fort Wagner's hold-out, as well as General Burnside's problems in Tennessee.

Gifford, Haviland, fl. 1863

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