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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09315.21 Author/Creator: Boston, John W. (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Camp at Pochontas, TN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 Setember 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20 x 25.5 cm. Order a Copy

discusses the possibility of a furlough. if they move and get settled again they will give out furloughs, but if they don't they may not grant furloughs for a while. tells her not to get discouraged and trust in the Lord.

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