Commander of the Confederate Armies during the Civil War who surrendered to Grant at Appomattox Court House on April 9, 1865. ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” one lined page, 5 x 8, September 21, 1869. Letter to Mrs. Mary Matthews. In full, “I have rec’d your letter of the 10th transmitting an essay written by your daughter which exhibits much thought in a lady of her age, & I hope she may return from her European tour advanced in all you desire her to posess, & find her mother improved in health.” Letter has been professionally silked on the reverse. In very good condition, with overall toning from previous display, a bit darker to the edges and a small crease near bottom. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
