Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
Former Maine Gov. Israel Washburn wrote to Brig. Gen. George F. Shepley, commander of the Union District of Norfolk and Portsmouth, asking him to return to Maine to make several speeches before the election.
Washburn wrote, "No man could do so much good." He sought Shepley's help in insuring a Republican victory.
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About This Item
- Title: Israel Washburn plea to Gen. Shepley, Portland, 1864
- Creator: Israel Washburn
- Creation Date: 1864-08-17
- Subject Date: 1864
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Locations:
- Portland, ME
- Norfolk, VA
- Media: Ink on paper
- Dimensions: 20.2 cm x 12.5 cm
- Local Code: Coll. 117, Box 4/2
- Collection: George Foster Shepley papers
- Object Type: Text
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- United States. Army.--Leaves and furloughs
- Public speaking--Maine--Portland
- Elections--United States
- Political campaigns--United States
- Military service, Voluntary
- United States--Civil War, 1861-1865
- Military service--1860-1870
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(207) 774-1822 x230
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