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Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 to Stockton Bates

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.23.24 Author/Creator: Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Stone House Mountain, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 October 1863 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 20.6 cm, Width: 25.4 cm Order a Copy

A portion of their army has been moved to other points, thus weakening their army. He disagrees with this strategy, for the "rebels are as busy as bees strengthening their position." A meeting to express political opinion and support for Governor Curtin; Union support helps soldier morale.

Allison, William A., fl. 1861-1865
Bates, Stockton, fl. 1861-1866

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