Worden, John Lorimen, 1818-1897 to Abraham Lincoln
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02466.17 Author/Creator: Worden, John Lorimen, 1818-1897 Place Written: New York, New York Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 December 1863 Pagination: 1 p. ; 23.8 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy
Written by Captain Worden to President Lincoln. Says the Reverend Alfred C. Roe wishes to make himself useful to the suppression of the rebellion and that he seeks an appointment as a chaplain in the army. Claims to have known Roe for some time and that he is qualified for the position. Would feel gratified if Roe gets appointment. Worden commanded the USS "Monitor" against the Confederate vessel "Virginia" (originally named "Merrimack") in first battle of ironclad ships in 1862.
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