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Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 to Harvey & George

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.046 Author/Creator: Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 Place Written: Essex County, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 March 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : Order a Copy

The letter is signed "Marion" which is possibly Christain M. Epperly's middle name. The handwriting appears to be the same as Christian Epperly's. Writes from Camp Lee that he grows tired of fighting and dislikes the cursing in camp.

Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904

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