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Nicolay, John G., 1832-1901 to James Lesley Jr.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02728 Author/Creator: Nicolay, John G., 1832-1901 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 July 1861 Pagination: 1 p. ; 21 x 13 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses the early organization of a regiment in New York. States that if Captain G.A. Siedel has a regiment ready with a minimum of 866 men or a maximum of 1046 men, they will be mustered into service. Gives other instructions on related companies being formed. Written while serving as Lincoln's private secretary.

Nicolay, John George, 1832-1901
Lesley, James Jr., fl. 1861

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