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White, Edward B., fl. 1863-1868 to his nephew

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06053.01 Author/Creator: White, Edward B., fl. 1863-1868 Place Written: Kemper, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 25, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : address ; Height: 31.3 cm, Width: 19.5 cm Order a Copy

Poignant content from old southern farmer. Details regarding battle in which family members fought, who was killed and who was captured. Expresses remorse over the bloodshed and misery.

White, Edward B., fl. 1863-1864

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