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Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.098 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 September 1862 Pagination: 7 p. : docket ; 19.9 x 12.2 cm. Order a Copy

He embarked on the steamer Lousiana and arrived in the dock of Washington City where the men and women asked what regiment they were from. Upon replying Hawkins, they received a warm welcome.

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