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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.139 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Newport News, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 12 February 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 19.7 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy

He tells him not to send the coat but to hang onto it until Corporal Newman calls on him.

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