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Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 to Elvira Winegar

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01014.081 Author/Creator: Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Vicksburg, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: August 21, 1863 Pagination: 3 p. ; 13.5 x 21.7 cm. Order a Copy

He thinks he should probably give up trying for a furlough. He tells her she shouldn't put Lt. Tarnkam's name on his letters anymore since they sent him back to the regiment because they did not like him.

Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865
Winegar, Elvira, fl. 1862-1865

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