Civil War admiral (1818-1897) who commanded the Monitor against the Merrimack in the first battle of ironclad ships. Civil War-dated ALS, one page, 5.25 x 7.5, February 11, 1865. Letter to "Mrs. Temple," in part: "The package you sent to my care has been received, and it together with those sent to Capt. Case have been placed in the hands of Capt. Washburne…I am sorry to hear that Temple's health is not good, but trust that his case is not a serious one." Affixed to a slightly larger sheet and in very good condition, with toning and staining, some edge loss, and tape repairs to the back of several tears.
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