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Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 to Sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.28 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 January 1862 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope ; 24.3 x 39.5 cm. Order a Copy

Writes from Camp Pierpont, informing his sister that they are preparing to move against the enemy at Centreville and Manassas Junction, Virginia. He estimates however, that it will be two weeks before they actually make a move. Encloses a daguerreotype with the letter (not included).

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865
McClellan, George B., 1826-1885
McCall, George Archibald, 1802-1868

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