[Commission, 1865 April 20, for Charles R. Paul].

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[Commission, 1865 April 20, for Charles R. Paul].

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Confirms Paul's commission in U.S. Volunteers on 19 October 1864 to brevet major "for gallantry throughout the campaign before Richmond, Virginia".

1 sheet : parchment, ill. ; 49 x 40 cm.

Williams College, Sawyer Library

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