Lee, William Henry Fitzhugh (1837-1891) to unknown
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02461.18 Author/Creator: Lee, William Henry Fitzhugh (1837-1891) Place Written: Fredericksburg, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 11 December 1862 Pagination: 1 p. ; 22.3 x 19.8 cm. Order a Copy
Discusses troop movements in preparation for the Battle of Fredericksburg. Discusses Confederate plans if they are attacked and relates enemy troop movements. Written at 9:25 p.m., less than two days before the battle began. Written to an unknown General.
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...I have just received a communication from Maj Gen Stewart giving me certain instructions in the event of the infantry being withdrawn to-night. Will you be kind enough to let me know whether you will move to-night or in the event of your moving, will please to let me know as soon as practicable… I have been in direction of Fredr the enemy have succeeded in throwing over bridges across the river … about 3 miles below the town - Very respectfully W.H.F. Lee Brig Gen...
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