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Elmore, Bruce (fl. 1862-1865) to Libbie Elmore

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06588.187 Author/Creator: Elmore, Bruce (fl. 1862-1865) Place Written: Near Savannah, GA Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 13 January 1865 Pagination: 1 p. ; 20.5 x 10.2 cm. Order a Copy

He says they are still stuck in a Carolina swamp. Captain Bruin has just come to the regiment. Back side features an order to guards and patrolmen.

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