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Miller, Michael Murray (1861-1864) to Lile Miller

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02155.090 Author/Creator: Miller, Michael Murray (1861-1864) Place Written: Fairfax Station, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 April 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 19.8 x 12.6 cm. Order a Copy

Relates to his wife that he installed a stove in his quarters. Comments on Sergeant Henry's wounded leg. Notes that there are four regiments at his Fairfax Station: the Buck Tails, his regiment, the Sixth, and the Second.

Miller, Michael M

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