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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.13.088 Author/Creator: Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863 Place Written: Newport News, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 March 1863 Pagination: 1 p. : envelope Height: 20.6 cm, Width: 12.9 cm Order a Copy

Writes to his wife that he received orders to march last night. He hopes that she will not be disappointed that he will not be at Newport News, Virginia when she arrives. Finishes the letter by stating he will write again once he reaches his new destination.

Wilkinson, Frederick W., fl. 1861-1863

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