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Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892 to Parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09355.103 Author/Creator: Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892 Place Written: Winchester, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 October 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : envelope Height: 20.2 cm, Width: 12.4 cm Order a Copy

Is going to try writing with his left hand. "I am feeling quite nice and smart." Wants to come home very much, but must be patient. If he goes home too soon, the wound may get worse. Has "the best of care" here. Must stop; hand is getting tired. Ed Bridgman will write as often as ever.

Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892

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