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Bridgman, Edward P., fl. 1864 to parents of George Clapp

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09355.094 Author/Creator: Bridgman, Edward P., fl. 1864 Place Written: Winchester, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 September 1864 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy

Just came from the room where Clapp is staying. There is a piece of shell still stuck in his arm. It is about an inch square. He "looked poorly" in the morning but is looking better now. The doctor thinks he is doing well.

Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892

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