ALS, 1865 Jan. 23, City Point, Va., to Henry W. Halleck, Washington, D.C.

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ALS, 1865 Jan. 23, City Point, Va., to Henry W. Halleck, Washington, D.C.

Concerns preparation of troops under Meagher and Schofield to be sent to join Sherman.

1 item (1 p.) ; 26 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6681943

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