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Hackett, William C., fl. 1862-1865 to Rebecca E. and Mary Ellen Hackett

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04559.004 Author/Creator: Hackett, William C., fl. 1862-1865 Place Written: Glasgow, Kentucky Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 18 June 1862 Pagination: 4 p. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Rebecca E. and Mary Ellen Hackett from William C. Hackett dated Camp Near Glasgow, K.Y., June 18, 1862. Pertains to marching. Expresses home to be home in the summer if rebel forces do not capture him.

Hackett, William C., fl. 1862 -1865
Hackett, Rebecca E., fl. 1862-1865
Hackett, Mary Ellen, fl. 1862-1865

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