General order no. 9, 10th of April 1865.

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General order no. 9, 10th of April 1865.

Following his surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia at Appomattox on 9 April, Lee issued his General order no. 9 to his commanders, confirming that "officers and men can return to their homes" and thanking them for their service.

1 item ([1] p. on 1 leaf) ; 35 x 28 cm.

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