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Moffat, R.R. (fl. 1864-) to Mr. Cole

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08291.11 Author/Creator: Moffat, R.R. (fl. 1864-) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 June 1864 Pagination: 2 p. + envelope ; 13.2 x 21.5 cm. Order a Copy

He writes that he saw his son fall in battle and crawl several yards. He does not know if he is wounded or dead but suspects only wounded, albeit dangerously.

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