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. : Height: 17.4 cm, Width: 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.
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