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Moore, W. Henry, fl. 1862 William Moore to Lieutenant Henderson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03974.30 Author/Creator: Moore, W. Henry, fl. 1862 Place Written: St. Augustine, Florida Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 October 1863 Pagination: Order a Copy

Request that the recipient defend him in an upcoming trial. The charges against him include neglect of duty and falling asleep on watch.

Worcester, John H., 1839-1863

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