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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.182 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Morris Island, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 November 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : docket ; 25 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy

The final bombardment of Fort Sumter took place and destroyed the old Confederate flag that flew above it.

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