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Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.034 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Hatteras Inlet, North Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 December 1861-5 December 1861 Pagination: 10 p. : docket Height: 20.1 cm, Width: 24.8 cm Order a Copy

He describes the weather but then says he has nothing to write about. He is currently helping to build barracks. Then describes two rebel propellers that shot at their boats.

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