ALS, 1846 December 26 : Camp near Saltillo, to unknown.

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ALS, 1846 December 26 : Camp near Saltillo, to unknown.

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Fully detailed letter to "my dear Major" from General Wool's encampment awaiting an attack by Santa Anna. Reflects "upon the merry style in which we were passing Christmas." Mentions names of many officers and describes the beauties of Mexico.

4 p. ; 25 x 20 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 6826149

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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