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Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 to Norman R. Dewey

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02161.010 Author/Creator: Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902 Place Written: Upton Hill, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 November 1861 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20 x 13.5 cm. Order a Copy

He got to occupy the outpost, a dangerous position. But he liked it. He received the box filled with raspberry jam, a handkerchief and towels. Written at Camp Rogers.

Dewey, Orville S., fl. 1861-1902

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