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Civil War Letters Home From Charles Carr

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Civil War Letters Home From Charles Carr

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Please see link at www.centralmassauctions.com for scans of each letter. Letters are from Port Royal, SC. There are many details of the fighting he was experiencing. A metal plate included with the group shows that Lieutenant Charles E. Carr died on November 1, 1864 at the age of 21. Included are some other Civil War related Ephemera as well. See photos for condition and details. Local pick-up available on February 4th or 3rd party shipping available. Please see terms.

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Civil War Letters Home From Charles Carr

Name: Civil War Letters Home From Charles Carr
SKU: 144754301
Price: 1100 USD
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