Keyes, John H., fl. 1863-1865 to Sarah Ogden
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06559.060 Author/Creator: Keyes, John H., fl. 1863-1865 Place Written: City Point, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 April 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy
Says he is presently guarding a Rebel prison in Richmond, Virginia. Describes the mens' reaction to the report of Lincoln's assassination, and the sadness that settled over the entire army when the news was confirmed. Envelope includes a three cent stamp.
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