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Lee, P. Ludwell, fl. 1867-1872 [Muster roll for Troop G, 10th Cavalry]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07333.01 Author/Creator: Lee, P. Ludwell, fl. 1867-1872 Place Written: Rush Springs, Oklahoma Type: Manuscript document Date: 30 June 1872 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 52 cm, Width: 81.7 cm Order a Copy

Signed by P. Ludwell Lee, Captain of Troop G, 10th Cavalry, as a witness. Lists the names of members of Troop G, including their dates of enlistment and discharge, if applicable. Covers the period from 30 April 1872-30 June 1872. Created at Rush Spring, possibly referring to Rush Springs in present-day Oklahoma. A note written across the printed text of the muster roll states that the troop was paid 10 July 1872. Ludwell confirms that the discipline, instruction, military appearance, arms, and accoutrements of the troop are good.

Lee, P. Ludwell, fl. 1867-1872

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