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Gerry, James T., 1797-1854 to Ann T. Gerry

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09099.01 Author/Creator: Gerry, James T., 1797-1854 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 September 1831 Pagination: 7 p. : address ; Height: 32.5 cm, Width: 20 cm Order a Copy

Sightseeing in Italy while on shore leave. Tells his family about his time spent in Florence, Pisa, Rome and other cities, and the famous sights he has seen. Details the great artwork he has admired, and briefly mentions politics and governance in Italy. Written on board the U.S.S. "Concord" at Port Mahon. Written to his family, addressed to his mother.

Gerry, James Thompson, 1797-1854
Gerry, Ann Thompson, 1753-1849

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