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Ogden, Edward H., fl. 1835-1865 to Sarah Ogden

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06559.138 Author/Creator: Ogden, Edward H., fl. 1835-1865 Place Written: Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 September 1862 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope Height: 26 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

Informs his wife that he is using Howard Mitchell's back as a writing surface, as his regiment pauses briefly during a march. Says he has been the corporal of his guard for only twenty-four hours. Ends the letter abruptly because his line has started to move. Envelope includes a three cent stamp.

Ogden, Sarah Morris Perot, 1831-1912
Ogden, Edward H., fl. 1853-1865

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