Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 to mon ami
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.23.01 Author/Creator: Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Belgium Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 April 1861 Pagination: 2 p. : Height: 24.6 cm, Width: 19.3 cm Order a Copy
Comments on a recently received photograph and his friend's new maturity from a schoolboy to a businessman, with philosophical underpinnings. Reports their company drilling schedule, with particular attention to the word "skirmish" and its definition.
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