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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.25 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Fort Vance Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 22, 1864 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 13.5 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

He refers to a John who complains for no reason and does not know what soldiering really is. He has a cushy, well-paid job and knows nothing nothing of the daily life of a soldier.

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