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Elmore, Bruce (fl. 1862-1865) to Libbie Elmore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.207 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Near Raleigh, NC Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 April 1865 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 14.5 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

General Sherman has ordered the army to march to Richmond and to continue toward Washington they think by the middle of May. He lists some promotions in the regiment.

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