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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07705.178 Author/Creator: Jackson, Richard H. (fl. 1861-1864) Place Written: Morris Island, South Carolina Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 7 October 1863 Pagination: 5 p. : docket ; 25 x 20.2 cm. Order a Copy

While reading in his tent, he heard a sound which sounded like musketry. Sure enough there was firing due to a rebel boat which approached one of their boats. This started a fight resulting in a wounded officer.

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