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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02415.084 Author/Creator: Kellog, James H. (fl. 1862-1864) Place Written: Camp opposite Chattanooga, TN Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 May 1864 Pagination: 4 p. ; 20.5 x 32.5 cm. Order a Copy

He tells her to some of the money he gave her to uncle, whom he is still in debt to. He has been prospecting. The regiment is divided into small groups in Tennessee and Georgia. He describes his travels which included mountain climbing.

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