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Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892 to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09355.055 Author/Creator: Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892 Place Written: Brandy Station, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 24 March 1864 Pagination: 3 p. : envelope Height: 20.3 cm, Width: 12.5 cm Order a Copy

Is sending him a package which includes a pair of gloves. If he does not send them home, he will throw them away within a few days of being on the march. "I have not worn them but very little." Received his letter tonight. Captain Robinson is home on a ten day leave. He, Elisha, and Sid are all well. Had marching orders earlier, but they were countermanded. The gloves could be good for weaning calves.

Clapp, George, fl. 1839-1892

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