Letter from Charles M. Cone concerning Civil War Encampments, March 12, 1887

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Artifact Overview

Charles M. Cone wrote his "Dear Comrade" that he would not be able to attend the 1887 Grand Army of the Republic, Michigan Department, Encampment in Grand Rapids. He did, however, update his friend about other members in his local Post. Cone signed off, "F. C. & L." an acronym for "Fraternity, Charity and Loyalty" -- the guiding principles of the Grand Army of the Republic.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Letter (Correspondence)

Date Made

12 March 1887

Collection Title

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.1429.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Handwriting

Color

Blue

Dimensions

Height: 8.063 in
Width: 5.063 in

Letter from Charles M. Cone concerning Civil War Encampments, March 12, 1887