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

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08311.39 Author/Creator: Wells, Edmund C. (fl. 1864-) Place Written: Camp near Humphreys Station Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 31 March 1865 Pagination: 4 p. + envelope ; 20.8 x 26 cm. Order a Copy

had to sleep under a canvas instead of a tent one night. General Sheridan is operating with them with 25,000 cavalry. saw a black band that he enjoyed. the battle continues.

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