Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 to Libbie Elmore
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.293 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce, fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Upton Hill, VA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 16 January 1863 Pagination: 8 p. : envelope ; 13.5 x 8.5 cm. Order a Copy
Willard does not have much to do in the ambulance corps yet. Bruce is currently Sergeant of the guard. He writes that the prospect of war seems rather dull and they expect it to be over by July. He warns her against Kniffin again and advises her to sell the cattle if she can get a good price for it.
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