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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.145 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Newport News, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 March 1863 Pagination: 3 p. : docket ; 20.2 x 12.8 cm. Order a Copy

He is "Officer of the Day" today.

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