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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.127 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Fredericksburg, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: January 16, 1863 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; Height: 19.8 cm, Width: 12 cm Order a Copy

They have been marching with three days cooked rations and 16 rounds ammunition. Meanwhile their destination is unknown.

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