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Swain, Julius Marshall, 1835-1811 to his sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.10.03 Author/Creator: Swain, Julius Marshall, 1835-1811 Place Written: Poolesville, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 11, 1863 Pagination: 3 p. ; 25.2 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy

He reports his troop's movements and his hope for a winter camp soon. He was temporarily appointed commanding brigade quartermaster and oversees the provision of clothing and horse feed, as well as supervision of teamsters, carpenters, and blacksmiths. He expresses concern about money.

Swain, Julius Marshall, 1835-1911

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