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Biography

Winfield Scott Hancock served in the United States Union Army, among other military posts. He was also the Democratic nominee for president in 1880. He was a supporter of states' rights and Unionist in his politics. His bid for president ended with the election of his opponent James A. Garfield.

Letter References

Letter from Olive Risley Seward to William Henry Seward, July 12, 1868

Letter from Frederick William Seward to Frances Miller Seward, September 15, 1861

Letter from Frances Miller Seward to Lazette Miller Worden, December 23, 1864

Letter from Frederick William Seward to Frances Miller Seward, October 14, 1861

Telegram from Clarence Armstrong Seward to Janet Watson Seward, June 22, 1865

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