Gregg, Maxcy (1814-1862) to Captain Thomas
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02459.10 Author/Creator: Gregg, Maxcy (1814-1862) Place Written: Sullivan's Island, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 January 1861 Pagination: 1 p. : docket ; 24.6 x 19.6 cm. Order a Copy
Gregg, Colonel of the 1st Regiment South Carolina Volunteers, instructs Thomas (possibly at the Citadel) to immediately furnish 800 musket cartridges. Also forwards a letter from Captain Gadberry (possibly James M. Gadberry), applying for 5 muskets from the Citadel to complete the equipment of his company (letter not included).
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