Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 to Stephen A. Hurlbut re: seige of Vicksburg
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07055 Author/Creator: Grant, Ulysses S. (Ulysses Simpson), 1822-1885 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1863/05/31 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 24.8 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy
"Vicksburg is so strong by nature and so well fortified that...it must be taken by regular siege or by starving out the garrison. I have all the force necessary if my rear was not threatened...the entire rebel force heretofore against me are completely at my mercy. I do not want to see them escape by being reinforced from elsewhere."
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