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Armstrong, Halleck, fl. 1865 to: Mary [Armstrong]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06734.036 Author/Creator: Armstrong, Halleck, fl. 1865 Place Written: s.l. Type: Autograph letter signed Date: April 6, 1865 Pagination: 8 p. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Mary from Hal dated Browder's Crossing, April 6, 1865. Pertains to daily life while stationed in the military. Mentions that he is currently waiting at a railroad crossing. Describes the living quarters of enslaved people as "miserable." Also provides updates of nearby news of the towns they pass through.

Armstrong, Hallock, 1824-1904
Armstrong, Mary, fl. 1865

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