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Austin, J.J. (fl. 1861-1864) to Richard H. Jackson

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.331 Author/Creator: Austin, J.J. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Nanuet Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 December 1862 Pagination: 2 p. ; 14.3 x 22 cm. Order a Copy

He mentions a letter from Charlie that describes a battle in Fredericksburg. He insists that Richard would like country life if he had not only experienced the hardships.

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