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Stone, E.W. (fl. 1861-1865) to dearly beloved

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02182.29 Author/Creator: Stone, E.W. (fl. 1861-1865) Place Written: Newburn Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 March 1862 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope ; 26 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

They still haven't managed to find the bullet. The not too badly wounded have already been sent home and he feels bad about this.

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