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Edwin M. Stanton

Boldly penned wartime letter from the Secretary of War to General McClellan

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Boldly penned wartime letter from the Secretary of War to General McClellan

Civil War–dated ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 4.75 x 6.5, March 27, 1862. Letter to Major General George McClellan. In full: “I have requested Mr. Garrett to confer with you briefly on the OH Baltimore R Road to save time & trouble of communication.” Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 10.25 x 12.25. In fine condition, with a couple trivial stains. John W. Garrett was president of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, which, as the main rail connection between Washington and the northern states, was instrumental in supporting the federal government during the Civil War. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #426 - Ended April 16, 2014