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Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865) to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02173.30 Author/Creator: Scarborough, William H. (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Baton Rouge, LA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 June 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

A fellow soldier, Bob, has something wrong with one of his legs and this will affect marching. Their lieutinant has applied for a furlough and if he gets it, he can visit them.

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