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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01014.119 Author/Creator: Winegar, Daniel G., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Vicksburg, Mississippi Type: Autograph letter signed Date: April 30, 1864 Pagination: 2 p. ; 18 x 32.5 cm. Order a Copy

He is still overseeing the building of the fortifications. He never thought he's be a "nigger driver." All the flowers are coming up for spring.

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

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