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Brisbin, James S. (James Sanks), 1837-1892 to Mary Jane Wagner Brisbin

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09831.02 Author/Creator: Brisbin, James S. (James Sanks), 1837-1892 Place Written: Brandy Station, Virginia Type: Letter signed Date: 3 December 1863 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 25.3 cm, Width: 19.5 cm Order a Copy

One letter addressed to his wife, Mary Jane Wagner Brisbin dated Camp 6th Cavalry, In field, Near Brandy Station, Dec. 3rd 1863. Mentions being thankful to receive her letters and that he expects them often. Also includes details of an anti-climactic battle.

Brisbin, James S. (James Sanks),1837-1892
Brisbin, Mary Jane Wagner, 1845-1887

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