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Kniffin, fl. 1862-1865 to Bruce Elmore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.128 Author/Creator: Kniffin, fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: December 10, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 13 x 20.7 cm. Order a Copy

He writes that it will be such a happy time when he can finally come home and see his kids. He also mentions Mamie, hettie and Elmira.

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