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Albert, fl. 1861-1864 to Sister Sophia

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07205.084 Author/Creator: Albert, fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: Buras-Triumph, Louisana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: February 4, 1862 Pagination: 8 p. : Height: 13.7 cm, Width: 21.2 cm Order a Copy

He inquires after Nettie and Maggie. He mentions cousin George who has gotten into a good regiment. He reminisces. One of the privates brought a pig in from Darnstown.. They also brought a dog into camp. He refers to the Clarks. Written in Camp Jackson, also known as Fort Jackson

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