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Swain, Julius Marshall, 1835-1811 to his sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.10.05 Author/Creator: Swain, Julius Marshall, 1835-1811 Place Written: Poolesville, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: March 1, 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 24.7 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Comments on the horrible wind and is grateful to be an officer at HQ where the tents are much more sturdy and pleasant. Describes the political relationships among commanders and his lack of hope for promotion or distinction.

Swain, Julius Marshall, 1835-1911

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