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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.084 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Norfolk, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 July 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : docket : card : 2 envelopes Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.5 cm Order a Copy

He will go to Newport News before going to Richmond. He celebrated his 18th birthday.

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