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Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.051 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Roanoke Island, North Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 17 March 1862 Pagination: 9 p. : docket ; Height: 20.1 cm, Width: 24.8 cm Order a Copy

He remarks upon the newspapers his father has sent him that include articles about recent battles. A particular editorial has him riled...their regiment received a beautiful new flag.

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