ALS, 1863 Apr. 17, Richmond, La., to John Aaron Rawlins.

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ALS, 1863 Apr. 17, Richmond, La., to John Aaron Rawlins.

Orders further clearing of roads and a channel through a bayou in preparation for an assault on Vicksburg.

1 item (2 p.) in album ; 34cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6727609

Rosenbach Museum & Library

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