Van Nuys, John H., fl. 1861-1862 to Samuel Watson Van Nuys
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07687.118 Author/Creator: Van Nuys, John H., fl. 1861-1862 Place Written: Franklin, Indiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 January 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 19.9 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy
"My faith in our Generals grows less day by day." Vannuys is angry that his son was forced to retreat due to what he considers ineptitude and self-interest on the part of Union commanders, particularly Banks.
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