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Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 to Mary Epperly

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02715.050 Author/Creator: Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904 Place Written: Culpeper, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 April 1863 Pagination: 2 p. Order a Copy

Believes the Yankees are heading toward Gordon's ville to cut the railroad to Lynchburg, Virgina. Informs her that two men in camp have gotten married. Expresses his desire to go home.

Epperly, Christian M., 1837-1904

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