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Brisbin, James S. (James Sanks) (1837-1892) [Commission of James S. Brisbin]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09831.04 Author/Creator: Brisbin, James S. (James Sanks) (1837-1892) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Document signed Date: 20 January 1864 Pagination: 1 p. ; 24.8 x 40 cm. Order a Copy

One commission dated January 20, 1864 belonging to James S. Brisbin. Pertains to his service as colonel to the 6th Regiment of Colored Troops. Signed by Edwin M. Stanton, Secretary of War and C.W. Foster, Assistant Adjutant General Volunteers. Item is the official copy of the War Department. [Similar to GLC09831.03]

Brisbin, James Sanks, 1837-1892

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