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Ives, Warren A. (fl. 1863-1864) to Parents

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.03.01 Author/Creator: Ives, Warren A. (fl. 1863-1864) Place Written: Maryland Heights Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 June 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 14 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

The great battle has not come yet. Hooker's army is close by and can reinforce them while they prepare.Their men on picket have picked up some deserters from the Rebels. The sergeant is a drunk whom no one takes seriously.

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