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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.238 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Arlington, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 October 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 13 cm, Width: 20.3 cm Order a Copy

They are currently stationed as a reserve force. There is a rumor they could move closer to Washington. He describes the current area as "desolate." Written at Upton Hill

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