Correspondence, 1852-1963 [microform].

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Correspondence, 1852-1963 [microform].

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Consists of correspondence to and from Rose Greenhow, chiefly about the political situation between the North and South at the time. Many of the letters are family letters dealing with her son-in-law's military and political career, and Rose Greenhow's political activities. Also includes some newsclippings from various newspapers.

1 microfilm reel : negative ; 35 mm.

Brandeis University Library

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