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Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.048 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Steamer Virginia, Roanoke Island, North Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 February 1862 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 23.2 x 18.3 cm. Order a Copy

He writes of the difficulty of staying in contact. He is glad that he has survived a severe battle. He lists all the people he has not heard from in a while.

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