Published by the American Bible Society, New York, 1863. 398 pp., plus Book of Psalms. Leatherette w/flap, 2.5” x 3.75, w/gilt edges. Exhibits slight wear, else VG.

Bible contains note: “A bible given to James Ray by his father John Ray as James left to fight the American Civil War in 1863.” Front eps inscription: “James Ray”, plus reverse page inscription: “Dear James / Read this book with care; and pray to God to save your soul alive. Your Father, Jas. Ray. “

A resident of Madison, WI,  James Ray mustered as a private into Co. “A”, 11^th Wisconsin Infantry, 3/30/1864 on 3/30/1864, and poignantly died one month later of disease, 4/30/1864, at age 17. He is buried in Arena, WI.

In protective sleeve, accompanied by internet research material.    [jp] [ph:L]

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