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Wright, Sereno A., fl. 1862-1863 to Mother and Sister Elmira

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02751.31 Author/Creator: Wright, Sereno A., fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: Bayou Boeuf Sea Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 May 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.5 cm, Width: 27.7 cm Order a Copy

They have had a very successful expedition, driving the rebels back and capturing a great many prisoners. The food has improved greatly and they are doing their own cooking. He doesn't know when they will be paid so he asks for money.

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