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Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 to Libbie Elmore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.048 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1 November 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.8 x 21.2 cm. Order a Copy

They are on the direct road from Bridgeport to Chatanooga and they are on half rations. Willard wants an extension on his furlough.

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