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Stone, E.W. (fl. 1861-1865) to dearly beloved

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02182.15 Author/Creator: Stone, E.W. (fl. 1861-1865) Place Written: Camp Lincoln Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 30 August 1861 Pagination: 5 p. ; 13.7 x 22 cm. Order a Copy

They received orders to move. They were to replace a Pennsylvania regiment. Their duty is to watch the railroad. If they are ordered to move again, he will give her all the details.

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