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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.155 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Fortress Monroe, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 April 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.8 cm Order a Copy

He left Newport News at 9am and on the way stayed in a first class hotel for a night. He will send $240 by express mail.

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