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Clark, George W., fl. 1863-1865 to his father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06167.15 Author/Creator: Clark, George W., fl. 1863-1865 Place Written: Columbia, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 17, 1865 Pagination: 7 pages Order a Copy

Relays tale of his difficulty obtaining a pass for entry into town to replace his boots and the fact that he is under arrest and will "stand a Court Martial" for the offense of being absent without leave. Sends this news as a warning of the possible ramifications this event will have on him.

Clark, George W., fl. 1863-1865

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