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Benecke, R. (fl. ca. 1862-1863) [The steamer Robert E. Lee]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05137.186 Author/Creator: Benecke, R. (fl. ca. 1862-1863) Place Written: St. Louis, Missouri Type: Photograph Date: circa 1861-1865 Pagination: 1 stereocard : b&w ; 8.6 x 17.6 cm. Order a Copy

"R. E. Lee" is handwritten on front, and "Steamer Robt. E. Lee" is written on back. Circa dates based on Civil War.

Benecke, R., fl. 1862-1863

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