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Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864 to his wife

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05981.29 Author/Creator: Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Vicksburg, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 June 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Order a Copy

Writes from "befor Vicksburg." Notes that his regiment fought and his general was killed. During battle, many soldiers have been wounded but another regiment came in and helped. He wonders when the killing will stop.

Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864

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