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Jeremiah H. Gilman letter, 1861 Apr 12

 File — Box: 19, Folder: 9
Identifier: MSC-364- File MSI 360

Scope and Contents

Holograph letter signed to the Honorable Henry Stoughton from USS Illinois off Charleston, S.C., regarding transit, under sealed orders, to reinforce Union garrison at Fort Pickens, Pensacola, Fla. Describes the journey, his feelings about the impending war, and the reinforcement of the fort.

Dates

  • Creation: 1861 Apr 12

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Access is open to all researchers, unless otherwise specified.

Extent

1 folder

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Naval War College Archives Repository

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US Naval War College
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