Letter, 1880 Dec. 23, Washington.

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Letter, 1880 Dec. 23, Washington.

Army officer, engineer. Letter Washington, 23 December 1880 discussing Col. Thayer's frock coat and his general appearance in 1828-1831.

2 p. ; 20 x 12 cm.

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