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Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864 to Mary

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.027 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H., fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Murfreesboro, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 21 May 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 13.5 cm, Width: 21 cm Order a Copy

He heard of the death of a fellow soldier, whom he hoped had lived. They are under marching orders and have to be ready to leave at any time. He talks about the hand of providence.

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