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date(s):
1862-09-12
creator(s):
Bates, Barton, 1824-1892
subject(s):
Missouri; American Civil War, 1861-1865; Slaves; African Americans; Slavery; American Civil War, 1861-1865; Armed Forces; Fugitive slaves; African American soldiers
place(s):
United States; Missouri; St. Charles County,
type(s):
Letter; Item