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19th C Civil War Era Original Personal Letter

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19th C Civil War Era Original Personal Letter

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19th C Civil War Era Original Signed Personal Letter. This personal letter, dated 1841, discusses the the integrity of a soldier through the dedication to the welfare of his country. Signed and dated. 15 inches x 12.5 inches in frame.

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19th C Civil War Era Original Personal Letter

Name: 19th C Civil War Era Original Personal Letter
SKU: 64652347
Price: 90 USD
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