Hester, John H., fl. 1863-1864 [Diary of John H. Hester]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03056.01 Author/Creator: Hester, John H., fl. 1863-1864 Place Written: Various Places Type: Diary Date: circa 1864 Pagination: 1 v. : approx. 84 pages Order a Copy
Autograph manuscript signed by John H. Hester, a soldier in 12th Kentucky cavalry. Diary contains approximately 84 pages written in pencil. Also includes printed calendar pages at the beginning and advertisements at the end. Includes commentary regarding his participation in Sherman's Atlanta campaign from 28 April to 19 September 1864.
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