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Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 to Amanda Wilkinson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.13.072 Author/Creator: Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 4 January 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : envelope Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 12.6 cm Order a Copy

Written at camp of the 2nd Michigan Infantry to his wife. Notes that a year ago today he started for home. Writes how much he misses her and wishes he could be with her. Is thankful that God has continued to spare him through so many battles.

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

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