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                        “Lieu Jno. D. Fowler

                                    of the 4^th Ala. Vol.

 

My dear Sir;

            I have this day called the attention of the Secty. of the Navy to your application and referred him to the testimonial, the highest you could have of your gallant service at the battle of Manassas, and the honorable wound you bear as a memento of that glorious victory

            With my best wishes for your future prosperity, and usefulness, I am very truly—

Yours

(Signed) Jefferson Davis.”

 

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