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Barnwell, John G., fl. 1861-1864 [Recommendation for Charles J. C. Hutson to new regiment]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08165.75 Author/Creator: Barnwell, John G., fl. 1861-1864 Place Written: Petersburg, South Carolina Type: Autograph document signed Date: 3 October 1864 Pagination: 1 p. Order a Copy

Praises Hutson for his conduct as a soldier during the war both at camp and on the field. Regrets that he was unable to reward, "so thorough a gentleman for his virtues as a soldier." Remarks that the new regiment he is assigned to will benefit greatly. Hutson was a Corporal in the 1st South Carolina Infantry during the Civil War. Barnwell signed as Captain, Company H, 1st South Carolina Volunteers.

Barnwell, John G., fl. 1861-1864
Hutson, Charles J., 1842-1902

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