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Boston, John W. (fl. 1862-1865) to father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09315.16 Author/Creator: Boston, John W. (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Camp near Corinth Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 6 May 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20 x 25.5 cm. Order a Copy

hopes the day day he gets to see his wife and children is not far off. writes that he despises young men that have chosen not to fight, for choosing not to save their country from destruction is a sin.

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