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Wells, Edmund C. (fl. 1864-) to Maria

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08311.18 Author/Creator: Wells, Edmund C. (fl. 1864-) Place Written: Bolivar Heights Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 28 August 1864 Pagination: 2 p. + envelope ; 20.5 x 26 cm. Order a Copy

they took near 200 prisoners and killed how many he doesn't know. if the Rebels do not leave they may stay there for a couple more days.

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