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Thomas, L. (fl. 1862) Special orders no. 34

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC06979.04 Author/Creator: Thomas, L. (fl. 1862) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph document signed Date: 15 February 1862 Pagination: 1 p. ; 25.2 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy

A report of soldiers held prisioner by the confederate troops, that have been exchanged for prisoners held by the US Army. Only one exchange which is D. T. Chandler for A. J. Bradford.

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