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Kelly, James R., fl. 1861-1862 to Mary Kelly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04197.20 Author/Creator: Kelly, James R., fl. 1861-1862 Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1862/02/22 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope. Order a Copy

They fired two 34 gun salutes in honor of General Washington's Birthday. Discusses Union victories and his hopes that the Confederates will evacuate the area along the Potomac. He has not been paid since his "return."

Kelly, James R., 1839-1862

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