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Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 to his family

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03603.079 Author/Creator: Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878 Place Written: Roanoke Island Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 February 1862 Pagination: 4 p. Order a Copy

Describes the regiment setting up camp on the island. Also mentions becoming ill and staying with a family.

Coit, Charles M., 1838-1878

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