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Albert (fl. 1861-) to Sister

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07205.043 Author/Creator: Albert (fl. 1861-) Place Written: Sandy Hook Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 August 1861 Pagination: 4 p. + envelope ; 13.2 x 20.3 cm. Order a Copy

He thinks it is funny that his sister would like to travel with the regiment and help them along the way because he thinks it would not be long before they have to attend to her.

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