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Clark, George W. (fl. 1863-1865) to his mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06167.16 Author/Creator: Clark, George W. (fl. 1863-1865) Place Written: Grovelly Springs, Alabama Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 January 1865 Pagination: 4 pages Order a Copy

Informs his mother of the regiment's return to Alabama, tells of life in Winter Quarters where there is no food, and notes that he is still under arrest, but expects to be released in a few days.

Clark, George W., fl. 1863-1865

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