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Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 to Louisa B. Terry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.93 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Alexandria, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 25, 1864 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20 cm, Width: 25 cm Order a Copy

Writes to his sister "Lou," telling her that "Washington's Birthday passed off just the same as any other day." Reports that there are a couple of men who decided to re-enlist, "but I do not feel inclined to follow in their footsteps..."

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865
Terry, Louisa B., fl. 1861-1865

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