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Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.020 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Pea Ridge, Arkansas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 September 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20 cm, Width: 12.5 cm Order a Copy

Writes that there was a brush with secesh cavalry who charged into the 7th Kansas cavalry. Seventeen men were killed two of which belong to Weeks' regiment. Describes his experience in Arkansas so far and writes that he was almost hit by firing enemies. Hopes that he will be home before the next fourth of July. Inquires about the Masons.

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