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1863 Rhode Island Civil War Draft Letter

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1863 Rhode Island Civil War Draft Letter

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DESCRIPTION: 1863 Rhode Island Civil War draft letter. Written to Thomas Hewins Jr, on August 10th, 1863. Signed by Edward Joyce, Provost Marshal, Eastern District R.I. With printed red seal at lower left corner "State of Rhode Island". Black line runs from top to bottom of right side. MEASUREMENTS: 18" x 15-1/4". CONDITION: Loss to upper left corner of page. Rough edges, tears. Expected folds. Foxing, discoloration, spotting, water stains.

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1863 Rhode Island Civil War Draft Letter

Name: 1863 Rhode Island Civil War Draft Letter
SKU: 32457056
Price: 40 USD
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