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Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) to Father

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.121 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Fredericksburg, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 25 December 1862 Pagination: 8 p. : docket ; 15.5 x 27 cm. Order a Copy

He wishes his father a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Their regiment had the duty of picketing the Rappahanock. Brags about his regiment and how everyone knows how splendid they are.

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