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Bradbury, John S. (fl. 1861-1865) Dear Brother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03523.39.06 Author/Creator: Bradbury, John S. (fl. 1861-1865) Place Written: Little Rock, Arkansas Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 14 September 1864 Pagination: 2p. ; 25 x 19.5 cm. Order a Copy

Bradbury writes passionately about 1864 election politics, expressing disdain for the campaigns of Gen. McClellan and Gen. Fremont, and suggesting that Lincoln is "entitled" to reelection. He also comments on Union forces capturing Mobile, AL and Atlanta, GA, and he gives the prices of food staples.

Bradbury, John S., fl. 1861-1865
Fremont, John Charles, 1813-1890
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
McClellan, George B., 1826-1885

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