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Wright, Sereno A. (fl. 1860-) to Mother and Sister Elmira

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02751.35 Author/Creator: Wright, Sereno A. (fl. 1860-) Place Written: Brashear City, LA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 26 May 1863 Pagination: 4 p. ; 13.5 x 21.1 cm. Order a Copy

Clark joined the regiment and shortly afterwards became ill and was taken to the hospital. He went to visit him and when he got back he found George Platts waiting for him. He is glad he now has a friend to keep him company.

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