Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 to his sisters
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06728.075 Author/Creator: Weeks, John F., fl. 1860-1882 Place Written: Atlanta, Georgia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: September 9, 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 20 cm, Width: 23.5 cm Order a Copy
Describes Atlanta in ruins. Writes that Sherman has issued an order of evacuation for the city. He is anxious to complete his term of service and come home which he expects to do in thirteen days.
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