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Loomis, Richard B., fl. 1862-1864 to unknown

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08273 Author/Creator: Loomis, Richard B., fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 21, 1862 Pagination: Order a Copy

Private Loomis of Co. H. 21st Massachusetts Volunteers describes in detail the capture of Roanoke Island, North Carolina, under the command of General Foster.

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