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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.099 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Frederick, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 September 1862 Pagination: 10 p. : docket Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 12.9 cm Order a Copy

The cavalry rode to the edge of town and met the rebels in considerable force. The union troops then entered the town admidst much cheering. A false report surfaced that he was taken prisoner.He had dysentary.

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