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Letter from Robert E. Lee to John Lyle Campbell, 1867-09-09

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Scope and Contents

In this letter written from Sweet Springs Robert E. Lee writies that due to his health he won't be returning to the college right away. He asks all the faculty to help the students prepare for classes. A transcription is housed with this letter.

Dates

  • 1867-09-09

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Extent

From the Collection: 24 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Physical Location

This item is housed in the Secure Cabinet.

Repository Details

Part of the Washington and Lee University, University Library Special Collections and Archives Repository

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