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Henry, Josiah E., 1840-? to John and Sophia Henry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.07.26 Author/Creator: Henry, Josiah E., 1840-? Place Written: Brattleboro, Vermont Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 July 1864 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 19.7 cm, Width: 24.1 cm Order a Copy

Henry writes to his parents from a hospital in Brattleboro. Reports he is returning to his regiment in Washington. States the rebels have crossed the Potomac River and are trying to take Washington. Mentions he has sent power of attorney to them for the land purchase. Gives update on the boys from Westford, Vermont.

Henry, Josiah E., 1840-?
Henry, Sophia, 1813-?
Henry, John, 1806-?

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