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Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850 To: Robert C. Wood

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08018 Author/Creator: Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850 Place Written: Camp near Monterey, Mexico Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 03 August 1847 Pagination: 5 p. + addr. 25.1 cm x 20 cm Order a Copy

Health and safety concerns about his wife, Ann, and children, moving to a healthier place, his public image and possible presidency [1848]. If elected president, he will serve "Honestly and faithfully in accordance with the provisions of the constitution."

Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850
Wood, Robert C. (Robert Crooke), 1832-1900

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