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Frismuth, Benoni, fl. 1863 [Discharge papers belonging to John W. Jordan]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09836.21 Author/Creator: Frismuth, Benoni, fl. 1863 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Document signed Date: 1 August 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : Height: 21.4 cm, Width: 28.4 cm Order a Copy

One document belonging to John W. Jordan dated August 1, 1863. Pertains to his discharge from the Pennsylvania Militia. Signed by a captain and mastering officer from Company L.

Jordan, John W., fl. 1863-1900
Frismuth, Benoni, fl. 1863

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