Union general (1805-1871) in command of Fort Sumter who refused a formal demand for his surrender, leading to the bombardment of the fort and start of the Civil War. Ink signature, "Fort Sumter S. C., March 13, 1861, Respectfully, Yr Obt Servt, Robert Anderson, Major USA,” on an off-white 4.25 x 6.75 sheet. In fine condition, with light show-through along the left edge from an old mounting strip on the back.
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