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Son of an Influential Kentucky Family
Photographer: Karl Stelly
Taken: June 1, 2014
Caption: Son of an Influential Kentucky Family
Additional Description: The Nelson family counted among its friends some of the most important families in Kentucky. William Nelson, born in 1824, near Maysville, Kentucky, grew up in an atmosphere of influence and wealth. After graduating from the Naval Academy in 1846, he attained the rank of lieutenant. At the beginning of the Civil War, Nelson personally offered his help to Abraham Lincoln.
Submitted: June 15, 2014, by Karl Stelly of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
Database Locator Identification Number: p275823
File Size: 0.798 Megabytes

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