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
Creators
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
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