ALS, 1861 December 2 : Richmond, [VA], to Francis Lubbock, Governor of Texas.

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ALS, 1861 December 2 : Richmond, [VA], to Francis Lubbock, Governor of Texas.

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Discusses the purchase of arms for the Confederate States of America. Benjamin was Attorney General in Jefferson Davis' cabinet (1861); transferred to War Dept. (1861-1862); Secretary of State (1862-1865). He advocated a plan to arm slaves for the Confederate service.

1 & 1/2 p. ; 25.5 x 20.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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