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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.173 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Hilton Head, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 September 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy

Wagner and Gregg have fallen and have been captured along with 60 prisoners. The old flag will reign over Sumpter and Charleston. They have reoccupied the entire island.

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