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Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) to Mary

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.032 Author/Creator: Kellogg, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Murfreesboro, TN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 July 1863 Pagination: 3 p. ; 13.5 x 21 cm. Order a Copy

He explains why he has not written lately. Picket duty has started. Once again he alludes to the day the last Southern flag will be hailed in the dust.

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