Semmes, A.G., fl. 1860 to Paul J. Semmes
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00572.12 Author/Creator: Semmes, A.G., fl. 1860 Place Written: New Orleans, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: August 7, 1860 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 20 cm, Width: 12.8 cm Order a Copy
Writes to his brother to inform him that he has found a man, Major A. Kleber, formerly in the French army, who will suit his purposes. Paul Semmes was looking for someone to train the Georgia troops. States that this man organized the Zouaves company in New Orleans. Advises his brother to engage him soon or else he will be employed elsewhere. Docketed by Paul Semmes.
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