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Johns, J., Jr.

 Person

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh to Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-03

 Item — Box 7A, Folder: 43
Scope and Contents

This letter was written by Dr. Julius Edmund Doetsh from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Doetsh introduces himself to Lee and makes an offer to translate Lee's in-progress memoirs into German for European publication. He explains that interest in Europe is high for such a publication, and explains the potential avenues for publication which he can take advantage of.

Dates: 1866-03-03

J. Johns Jr. Robert E. Lee, 1866-03-03

 Item — Box 7A, Folder: 43
Scope and Contents

This letter was written by J. Johns Jr. from Richmond, Virginia on March 3, 1866 to Robert E. Lee. Johns writes to Lee that his letter accompanies another letter from Dr. Julius Doetsh. He explains that, upon his advice, Doetsh wishes to make a translation of Lee's work. He then vouches for Doetsh's credentials and character.

Dates: 1866-03-03