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Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864 to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.223 Author/Creator: Jackson, Henry, fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 8 August 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 18.3 cm, Width: 11.5 cm Order a Copy

He mentions the number of draftees and volunteers that will be coming in. Miss Watson has gone to the country and will stay for a while.

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