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Rifenburgh, Peter E., 1843-1863 to sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08914.023 Author/Creator: Rifenburgh, Peter E., 1843-1863 Place Written: Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 3 May 1863 Pagination: 1 p. ; 17.4 x 20.7 cm. Order a Copy

Sent with a picture of his likeness, but it is a "damn poor one." Does not have much time to write, but is well. Hopes this letter finds her in good health. Written at Camp Parapet.

Rifenburgh, Peter E., 1843-1863
Brooks, Louis, fl. 1862-1876

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