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Winslow, John Ancrum (1811-1873) to Edward E. Preble re: letter of recommendation for him, praising his bravery

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06731 Author/Creator: Winslow, John Ancrum (1811-1873) Place Written: s.l. Type: Letter signed Date: 1864/07/06 Pagination: 1 p. 24.5 x 19.5 cm Order a Copy

Praising Preble for action under fire in the battle between Kearsage and Alabama.

Winslow, John Ancrum, 1811-1873

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