Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 to Libbie Elmore
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.039 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: West Point, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 27 May 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; envelope. ; 13.8 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy
He describes his daily activities. They heard that the Union took possession of Vixburgh. Their regiment is sometimes derailed on the fortifications they work to strengthen each day. In other news he expects to have a new general tomorrow.
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