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Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864 to his wife

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05981.45 Author/Creator: Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864 Place Written: Pulaski, Tennessee Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 19 May 1864 Pagination: 3 p. : Order a Copy

Complains about Pulaski. Says that "it has been somewhat tedious." He is tired from marching. Mentions [General Ulysses S.] Grant being victorious against the Confederates. He says "the rebellion must soon be crushed."

Jones, John, fl. 1862-1864

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