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Hackett, William C. (fl. 1862-1865) to Rebecca E. Hackett

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC04559.026 Author/Creator: Hackett, William C. (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Ohio Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 15 May 1864 Pagination: 4 p. Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Rebecca E. Hackett from William C. Hackett dated Camp Chase, Ohio, May 15. 1864. Expresses a doubt that he will be able to return home.

Hackett, William C., fl. 1862 -1865
Hackett, Rebecca E., fl. 1862-1865

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