Boyd, H., fl. 1865 to L. S. Prescott
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05987.09.03 Author/Creator: Boyd, H., fl. 1865 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 May 1865 Pagination: 1p. : Height: 13.5 cm, Width: 19 cm Order a Copy
States that in accordance with the surrender terms entered into between Confederate General E. K. Smith and Union General Edward R. S. Canby at New Orleans on 26 May 1865, the Confederate front line troops will not enter into any hostilities against the United States. Indicates that full orders will follow in a few days. Addressed to Prescott as Captain, Commander of Outpost, Washington.
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