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Arthur, D. B. (fl. 1862-1904) Diary [September 1864]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06245.03 Author/Creator: Arthur, D. B. (fl. 1862-1904) Place Written: [various places] Type: Diary Date: 1 September 1864 - 14 September 1864 Pagination: 14 p. ; 11 x 17 cm. Order a Copy

He describes the weather and his daily activities which include being on guard and other work. He talks about the mail he received and any notable news he has learned. He mentions a fight on Sept. 12th very briefly.

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