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Taylor, Richard (1826-1879) to John G. Walker

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02218 Author/Creator: Taylor, Richard (1826-1879) Place Written: Louisiana Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 April 1864 Pagination: 3 p. ; 24 x 20 cm. Order a Copy

Discusses artillery, ammunition, commissions, assignments, and other military matters in the trans-Mississippi Department. Praises General Walker's command.

Taylor, Richard, 1826-1879
Walker, John George, 1821-1893

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