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Crowell, Frank G. (fl. 1861-1865) to Mother

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03049.2 Author/Creator: Crowell, Frank G. (fl. 1861-1865) Place Written: Bridgeport, AL Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 2 December 1863 Pagination: 3.5 p. ; 19.5 x 25.2 cm. Order a Copy

A small squad of 3400 Rebels came in the other day and he describes them as the godforsaken people he ever saw. They wore dirty and ragged uniforms. He and his friends are doing extremely well and have grown fat.

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