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Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.06 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Holmes Plantation, LA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 22 April 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 14 cm, Width: 21.7 cm Order a Copy

It is his birthday and he is 24. He would love to be at home but he understands how necessary it is for him to be here. He expects a battle soon and he hopes a speedy peace to follow.

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