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John Pool autographed two-page handwritten letter (ALS), both sides of a single sheet, dated Elizabeth City, North Carolina, November 30, 1870, and addressed to Mrs. Pollard. Pool is responding to a letter he notes was received by Mrs. Pool.

Fine condition with expected light age toning, original folds, and minor handling wear.

John Pool (1826–1884) was a North Carolina attorney, politician, prominent Southern Unionist, and United States Senator during Reconstruction. Although initially a Whig and later involved in state politics, Pool became a determined opponent of secession during the Civil War era. He was closely associated with the clandestine Unionist organization commonly known as the "Red Strings" or Heroes of America, a network particularly active in North Carolina that opposed the Confederacy, aided deserters and Union sympathizers, and worked to undermine Confederate authority. Following the war, Pool became a leading Republican during Reconstruction and represented North Carolina in the United States Senate from 1868 to 1873.

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Reference sku: 11695 1419214-1