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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.087 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Newport News, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 August 1862 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 15.5 cm Order a Copy

He received orders to pack up and leave within a half hour. He got paid and will send $25 or $30.

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