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Reynolds, William, 1815-1879 to R. H. Maury

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04572.36 Author/Creator: Reynolds, William, 1815-1879 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 December 1871 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.5 x 25 cm. Order a Copy

Attests to Maury's character and professional qualities. Reynolds signs as Commodore United States Navy; he eventually reached the rank of rear admiral.

Maury, R. H., fl. 1871
Reynolds, William, 1815-1879
Maury, William Lewis, 1813-1878

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