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Lot #532
William B. Franklin

“I am expecting to march any day”

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“I am expecting to march any day”

Union General (1823–1903) blamed for the Union debacle at Fredericksburg. Civil War–dated ALS signed “W. B. Franklin, Maj. Gen. Comg. 19 Corps,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 6.5, March 11, 1864. Letter to an admirer. In part: “I am sorry to say that I have none of my photographs at hand, and as I am expecting to march any day, will have no opportunity of sending to New Orleans for some. I am mortified that I am not able to comply with your request, but do all I can by giving the autographs below.” Mild overall creases, light scattered foxing, and an irregularly trimmed lower edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Photography Auction
  • Dates: #405 - Ended March 21, 2013