Union general (1813–1879) who led an assault on the Confederate works at Port Hudson, during which time he sustained an injury resulting in the amputation of his right leg. War-dated endorsement on the back of a supply invoice signed, “T. W. Sherman, Brig. Gen. Comg,” adding the date, “Jan. 7/62,” one page, 9.75 x 7.75. Sherman writes, “These Blankets will be received and accounted for by the Depot Qr. Master and issued on orders hereafter to be given.” The reverse bears a printed letter from the Army Clothing and Equipment Office, Philadelphia, December 26, 1861, regarding a delivery of supplies. In very good condition, with light creasing and toning, a few pieces of clear tape along the vertical folds, and light show-through from the print on the reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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