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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.08.69 Author/Creator: Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Baltimore, Maryland Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 April1863 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20.7 cm, Width: 26.5 cm Order a Copy

Writes to his sister from the Army Hospital at Newton University, noting that he is glad that Ben, possibly their brother, is feeling better. Mentions using his influence to get his sister a piano, but requests a photo of a woman named Lizzie, possibly a romantic prospect, in exchange.

Terry, Robert B., fl. 1861-1865

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